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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2003TRAILBLAZER 4.2 S, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 685 (ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSWATER PUMP REPLACEMENT (6.6L ENGINE)INSPECTION & REPAIR PROCEDURE
2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WD

Inspection & Repair Procedure

2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WDSECTION Inspection & Repair Procedure
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  1. Remove the O-ring from the water pump.
  2. Remove the water pump to water pump housing bolts.
  3. Remove the water pump from the water pump housing.
  4. Remove the O-ring from the water pump housing.
  5. Clean the water pump assembly.
  6. Clean the water pump mating surfaces.
  7. Inspect the water pump gear for damage.
  8. Inspect the water pump mating surfaces for damage.
  9. Inspect the water pump shaft for looseness.
  10. Inspect the water pump assembly for damage.
  11. Replace the water pump if any damage is found.
  12. Install a new O-ring to the water pump housing.
  13. Lubricate the O-ring with engine coolant.
  14. Install the water pump to the water pump housing.
  15. Install the water pump to water pump housing bolts. Tighten the water pump to water pump housing bolts to 21 N.m (15 lb ft).
  16. Install a new O-ring to the water pump.
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