Installation Procedure

Important:  Before you install the coolant pump, read the entire procedure. Follow the tightening sequences in order to avoid part damage and to provide proper sealing.

1. Install the water pump cover to the water pump assembly.
2. Install the pump cover bolts. Hand tighten the bolts.
3. Install water pump/cover assembly.
4. Install the cover-to-block bolts. Hand tighten the bolts.
5. Install the coolant pump-to-timing chain housing nuts. Hand tighten the nuts.
6. Install water pump cover pipe bolt (Bellhousing Bolt).
7. Torque in sequence as follows:
   1. 7.1. Tighten the pump assembly-to-timing chain housing nuts. Tighten nuts to 26 N.m (19 ft lbs).
   2. 7.2. Tighten the pump cover-to-pump assembly bolts. Tighten the bolts to 14 N.m (10 ft lbs).
   3. 7.3. Tighten the coolant pump cover-to-engine block bolts. Tighten the bottom bolt first. Tighten bolts to 26 N.m (19 ft lbs).
8. Install heater hose to water pump cooling pipe.
9. Install radiator outlet pipe. Refer to Radiator Pipe Replacement - Outlet .
10. Install the exhaust manifold and install new gaskets. Refer to EXHAUST MANIFOLD REPLACEMENT (2.4L) .
11. Install oil level indicator tube and indicator.
12. Connect the brake vacuum pipe to the cam housing.
13. Raise the vehicle.
14. Install catalytic converter.
15. Install the timing chain and tensioner.
16. Lower the vehicle.
17. Fill the cooling system. Refer to DRAINING & FILLING COOLING SYSTEM - 2.2L (L61) .
18. Inspect the system for leaks.