I have a 2000 alero i put my time cover on like the haynes manual say now i need to put my front engine mount the manual does not say where to bolt it i see spots on my timeing cover that match the bolt pattern on the mount do i unbolt thoose spot and mount the front engine mount there

no, here is the procedure. Please let me know if you have more questions.

REMOVAL & INSTALLATION

2.2L Engine

1. Remove the serpentine belt and tensioner.
   

Although not absolutely necessary, removal of the right front inner fender splash shield will facilitate access to the front cover.

1. Install a suitable engine support fixture.
2. Remove the engine mount assembly.
3. Remove the alternator rear brace, then remove the alternator.
4. Remove the power steering pump, then position it aside with the lines still attached.
5. Raise and safely support the vehicle.
6. Remove the front two oil pan bolts.
7. Remove the crankshaft pulley.
8. Unfasten the front cover-to-block bolts and then remove the front cover. If the front cover is difficult to remove, use a plastic mallet to carefully loosen the cover.

1IF THIS IS A ALERO 4 MAJOR UNDERTAKEING TAKE IT TO THE SHOP IF NOT HOPEFULLY THIS WILL HELP.

Remove the negative battery cable. Using a screwdriver, loosen the screw that connects the negative battery cable to the battery post. Pull the cable away from the post.

2

Lift th car using a jack. Support the Oldsmobile Alero with jack stands and the engine using a lift or some other engine support device.

3

Drain the Oldsmobile Alero's colling system by opening the cap on top of the radiator and unplugging the drain plug underneath the radiator. Position a large container under the drain hole to catch the draining coolant.

4

Disconnect the components that lead to the water pump with an adjustable wrench Lay them out in the order removed. In order, these parts include the automatic transaxle (if equipped), front wheel on the right side, splash shield, water pump sprocket and the access plate to the timing cover.

5

Use the access plate bolts to secure the water pump sprocket holding tool to the engine cover. Remove the pump bolts, front cover, thermostat housing, water pump feed pipe and two engine bolts using the adjustable wrench. Lift off the water pump.

6

Remove the bolts that secure the water pump to the block. Take off or scrape away the gasket. Remove and discard the o-ring between the water pump inlet pipe and the pump.

Install a New Water Pump

1

Spread a small amount of sealant on the water pump, on the areas where it mounts to the engine. Place the gasket on the sealant. Position the water pump onto the engine.

2

Insert the new bolts into the water pump. Torque the bolts to 89 inch pounds torque. Reconnect the other components in the order removed using an adjustable wrench.

3

Re-insert the drain plug into the radiator. Remove the engine support and jack stands. Lower the Olsmobile Alero to the floor.

4

Refill the radiator with coolant according to the instructions in your owner's manual. Screw on the radiator cap. Attach the negative battery cable to the post. Close the hood and test the car.

Removal & Installation 2.2L Engine To Remove:

1. Disconnect the battery ground cable.
2. If equipped with an automatic transmission, remove the exhaust manifold..
3. Drain the cooling system.
4. Raise and safely support the vehicle.
5. Remove or disconnect the following:
   • Right front wheel and tire assembly.
   • Right front fender liner.
     
     
   • Access plate on the water pump sprocket from the timing cover.
6. Install J 43651 water pump sprocket holder or equivalent to the water pump sprocket.
7. Use the access plate bolts to attach J43651 to the engine front cover.
8. Remove or disconnect the following:
   • Bolts that secure the sprocket to the water pump.
   • Bolt that secures the engine block to the water pump.
   • Bolt that secures the engine front cover to the water pump.
   • Feed pipe that joins the thermostat housing to the water pump.
     
     
   • 2 Bolts that secure the water pump to the engine block.
   • Water pump.

To Install:

1. Use a threaded stud in the hub to align the water pump sprocket.
2. Install or connect the following:
   • Water pump.
   • 2 bolts that secure the water pump to the engine block.
   • Feed pipe that joins the thermostat housing to the water pump.
   • Front cover bolt and the bolt that secures the engine block to the water pump. Tighten the bolts to 15 ft lbs (20 Nm).
   • 2 of the bolts that secure the water pump sprocket to the water pump.
3. Remove the threaded stud.
4. Install the last bolt.
   • Tighten the bolts to 89 in lbs (10 Nm).
5. Remove J 43651.
6. Install the access plate on the water pump sprocket to the timing cover.
7. Install the access plate bolts.
   • Tighten the bolts to 18 in lbs (10 Nm).
8. Install the front fender liner.
9. Install the right front tire and wheel.
10. If equipped with an automatic transmission, install the exhaust manifold.
11. Fill the cooling system.
12. Connect the battery ground cable.

2.4L Engine To Remove:
Water pump 2.4L

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable
2. Drain the engine coolant.
3. Remove the exhaust manifold.
4. Remove the coolant intake pipe as follows:
   1. Remove the coolant inlet pipe bolts.
   2. Remove the wheel and tire assembly.
   3. Remove the engine splash shield.
   4. Remove the bolts from the transaxle-to-engine block brace and remove the brace.
   5. Remove the radiator hose from the coolant inlet pipe.
   6. Remove the coolant inlet pipe to oil pan bolt.
   7. Remove the coolant inlet pipe, thermostat and seal.
5. Lower the vehicle.
6. Disconnect the heater hose quick connect from the heater outlet pipe.
7. Remove the front timing chain cover and the chain tensioner.
8. Unfasten the water pump-to-cylinder block bolts.
9. Remove the water pump-to-timing chain housing nuts.
10. Remove the water pump and cover mounting bolts and nuts.
11. Remove the water pump and cover as an assembly. Separate the two pieces after removal.
12. Clean the mating surfaces.

To Install:

1. Install the water pump cover to the water pump assembly.
2. Install and hand tighten the pump cover mounting bolts.
3. Install water pump cover assembly.
4. Install and hand tighten the cover-to-block mounting bolts.
5. Install and hand tighten the water pump-to-timing chain housing nuts.
   • Tighten the water pump-to-timing chain housing mounting nuts to 19 ft lb (26 Nm).
   • Tighten the water pump cover-to-water pump mounting bolts to 124 in lb (14 Nm).
   • Tighten the water pump cover-to-engine block bolts starting with the bottom bolt first to 19 ft lb (26 Nm).
6. Install the heater hose to the water pump pipe.
7. Using new gaskets, install the exhaust manifold.
8. Install the oil level indicator and tube.
9. Connect the brake vacuum tube to the cam housing.
10. Raise and safely support the vehicle.
11. Install the catalytic converter.
12. Install the coolant inlet pipe.
    • Tighten the inlet pipe-to-oil pan bolt to 19 ft lb (26 Nm). Tighten the coolant inlet pipe bolt to 124 in lb (14 Nm).
13. Install the timing chain and tensioner.
14. Lower the vehicle.
15. Connect the oxygen sensor.
16. Fill cooling system and check the system for leaks.

3.4L Engine To Remove:

1. Disconnect the battery ground cable.
2. Drain the cooling system.
3. Loosen the water pump pulley bolts.
4. Remove or disconnect the following:
   • Drive belt.
   • Water pump pulley bolts and pulley.
   • Water pump bolts, pump and gasket.
   • Clean the water pump mating surfaces.

To Install:

1. Install or connect the following:
   • Water pump gasket and pump.
   • Water pump bolts.
     1. Tighten the water pump bolts to 89 in lbs (10 Nm).
   • Water pump pulley and bolt until snug.
   • Drive belt.
2. Tighten the water pump pulley bolts to 18 ft. lbs (25 Nm).
3. Fill the cooling system.
4. Check for leaks.
5. Connect the battery ground cable.

Hi Friend:

Your Timing Chain Tensioner is located in the Lower Front of your engine.

#1) you'll have to disconnect your negative Battery cable.

#2) Remove the Top Engine cover to give you better access to the Front of Engine.

#3) Then you'll need to remove your alternator and with wiring attached put it off to the Side you might have to tie it with a wire to secure it.

#4) then you'll need to remove your Power Steering Leave the Lines on it and Put it to the sideas well , Tie off if necessary.

#5) then Jack up the front of your car,make sure you Put Good Stands under the car to keep it secure.while you work under it.

#6) then remove the TWO front Oil Pan Bolts Only the very 2-Front ones.

#7) Then directly above the Oil pan front of the Engine you'll see your Crank Shaft Pulley Remove it, You will need a Puller to Remove it.then the Timing Chain Cover, There are Several bolts Holding it on to the front of the Engine.

#8) Remove ALL the Bolts on Timing over, then Take cover Off,It could be a Little Stubborn ,if All bolts are out for sure, Take a Small plastic mallet and Tap the Cover Easily,until it comes off.

#9) Now before you remove anything else there is a Timing Mark on the Cam Shaft and one on the Crank Shaft,NOTE: BESURE you line them marks up,The Cam Shaft Mark should be pointing Straight Down--And the Crankshaft Mark needs to be Pointing Straight up.and Lined up with the Top Timing Mark.If the are Not

NOTE: Rotate the Engine by Hand Turning the Sprockets until they are LINED Up.

Then Take off the Top Cam Shaft Mounting Bolts,then Pull Sproket and timing Chain at the Same Time.

Then Loosen the Chain Tensioner Bolt with out taking it ALL the Way OUT. then remove your Chain Tensioner.

If your this far i Recommend that you Replace The Timing Chain,Cam Sproket and Crankshaft Sproket as well.

If not the Install your new Chain Tensioner,And Just Simply Reverse the Un-Install Directions.To Put All back Together.

Do Replace the Timing Cover Seal. Using Proper Seal Remover and Installer.

Also before you put your Timing cover back on CLEAN the Surfaces of the Engine and the Cover.And Use a Gasket Sealer and Mount to Block ==Lining Up ALL your Timing Cover Bolt Holes. Let it set a Short time a Few Minutes at Least. To prevent Slipping when installing your Timing Case Cover.

1- Last Thing Torque your Timing Chain Tensioner at 89 Inch Pounds.Which rewuires a Torque Wrench.

And Torque ALL your Timing Cover Bolts at 97 Inch Pounds.Do NOT Over Tighten You'll Strip them.

MAKE Sure the Timing Marks are Still lined up.

This will get your Timing Chain Tensioner Replaced. Thanks for using FixYa From: d_hubbs

On the 2.4 litre engine it is mounted on the cylinder head.
On the 3.4 litre engine it is mounted under the throttle body near the area where the transmission and engine meet.
Both sensors are held in place by one bolt.

Changing a water pump is pretty basic. Since the coolant system is a closed system you only need to be concerned with that system. For instance you since you have to mess around with it anyway you might as well change the thermostat and flush the coolant system. Make sure your radiator hoses are in good shape and that's about it.
If you have basic mechanical skills and tools you will have no problem replacing a water pump.


As far as information with the actual replacement there are a number of experts here including myself that could explain how to do it.
However no matter how good our explanations are it just can't compare to a good repair manual.
A repair manual for your car at Auto Zone would likely cost between $12 and $15. It is a great investment if you are going to keep your car for any length of time. When you sell, it shows the buyer you took the time to maintain and repair it right.
I personally like Haynes Manuals.
I hope this helps.

Removal & Installation

2.2L Engine

1. Before servicing the vehicle, refer to the precautions section.
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
3. Drain the engine coolant.
4. Remove or disconnect the following:
   Exhaust manifold, if equipped with n automatic transaxle Right front wheel Splash shield Water pump sprocket access plate from the timing cover
   
   
   
   Fig. Remove the water pump sprocket access plate from the timing cover -2.2L engine
   
5. Attach Water Pump Sprocket Holding Tool J 43651to the sprocket using the access plate bolts to secure the tool to the engine front cover.
   Sprocket to water pump bolts Engine block to water pump bolt Engine front cover to water pump bolt Thermostat housing to water pump feed pipe 2 water pump to engine block bolts Water pump
   
   
   
   Fig. Water pump mounting-2.2L engine
   

To install:

1. Use a threaded stud in the water pump hub to align the hub to the water pump sprocket.
   Water pump and bolts Thermostat housing to water pump feed pipe Engine front cover bolt and engine block to water pump bolt. Tighten the bolts to 15 ft. lbs. (20 Nm) 2 of the water pump sprocket to water pump bolts
   
2. Remove the threaded stud.
   Last water pump sprocket to water pump bolt and tighten the sprocket bolts to 89 inch lbs. (10 Nm).
3. Remove the tool.
   Water pump sprocket access plate to the timing cover and tighten the bolts to 89 inch lbs. (10 Nm) Splash shield Right front wheel Exhaust manifold, if removed
4. Fill the cooling system.
5. Connect the negative battery cable.

2.4L Engine

1. Before servicing the vehicle, refer to the precautions section.
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
3. Drain the cooling system.
4. Remove or disconnect the following:
   WARNING Do not rotate the flex coupling more than 4 degrees or damage may occur. Oxygen Sensor (O 2 S) electrical connector Exhaust manifold heat shield Coolant inlet housing bolt through the exhaust manifold Exhaust manifold brace-to-manifold bolt Manifold-to-exhaust pipe studs Coolant inlet housing-to-water pump cover bolt Exhaust pipe from the exhaust manifold by pulling it downward Coolant inlet pipe from the oil pan Brake vacuum pipe from the camshaft housing Exhaust manifold from the cylinder head Heater hose from the heater outlet pipe Timing chain cover and tensioner Water pump cover-to-engine bolts 3 water pump-to-timing chain housing nuts Water pump and cover assembly Water pump cover from the pump
   
   
   
   Fig. Exploded view of the water pump mounting-2.4L engine
   

continue...

Try this link, the procedure may differ slightly depending on which model you have.

http://www.cadillacforums.com/forums/northstar-performance-technical-discussion/4380-how-replace-front-motor-mount.html

Hello nedy...if you have the V6 engine, it will require the removal of the timing chain cover to access the water pump. The water pump is mounted to the engine block with 4 bolts. It is recommended that the bolts be replaced due to electrolysis (steel bolt in aluminum block) Replace all gaskets and o-ring seals as well.
While you are in there, you can inspect the timing chains, it has 3..and the chain tensioners. A Haynes repair manual would be helpful on this project and will have the correct torque specs.
Good luck...i hope this helps, please rate mr a fixya.

you need a haynes manuals because you got 3 types of engines. you got 3.4 3.1 2.4 engines. you got to different procedures.you got to remove a lots of things to get to timing chain. drain coolant remove alternator + bracket power steering a side air condtioning compressor aside water pump come off. harmonic balancer . then you need a engine lift support engine you got to remove top engine mount. you need a manual .because the 2.4 and the 3.1 3.4 timing marking on cam sprockets is different. also crank sprocket.