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2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS, 2.4 T

Water Pump Installation

2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS, 2.4 TSECTION Water Pump Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Pontiac Sunfire and 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Prior to installing the water pump read the entire procedure. Pay special attention to avoid part damage and to ensure proper sealing.

  1. Install the water pump assembly.
  2. Install the water pump bolts. Finger tighten the bolts.
  3. Tighten the water pump bolts.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

    Fig 1: Water Pump
    G01777464Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Install the water feed tube.
  5. Lubricate the feed tube O-Ring with silicone gel lubricant GM P/N 12345579 (Canadian P/N 1974984) or equivalent.
  6. Install the water feed tube by twisting and pushing toward the water pump. Take care not to tear or damage the O-Ring.
  7. Install the thermostat housing to block bolts.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

    Fig 2: Thermostat Housing
    G01777465Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Install the water pipe support bracket and bolts.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

    Fig 3: Water Pipe Support Bracket
    G01777466Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Install the engine coolant temperature sensor by hand.
  10. Tighten the engine coolant temperature sensor.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the engine coolant temperature sensor to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).

    Fig 4: Engine Coolant Temperature
    G01777467Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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