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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2003TRAILBLAZER 4.2 S, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1731 (ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSWATER PUMP REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE
2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WD
Installation Procedure
2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WDSECTION Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Pontiac Aztek and 2003 Buick Rendezvous. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install the water pump gasket.
- Install the water pump.NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
- Install the water pump bolts.
Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb. in).
- Install the water pump pulley.
- Install the water pump pulley bolts.
- Install the drive belt. Refer to DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT
in Engine Mechanical - 3.4L.
Tighten
Tighten the water pump pulley bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb in).
- Install the drive belt guard.
- Fill the cooling system. Refer to DRAINING AND FILLING COOLING SYSTEM .
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.