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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006SUBURBAN K2500, 6.0 UREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 2058 (ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSWATER PUMP REPLACEMENTREMOVAL PROCEDURE
2006 Chevrolet Suburban K2500, 6.0 U
Removal Procedure
2006 Chevrolet Suburban K2500, 6.0 USECTION Removal Procedure
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- Remove the air cleaner outlet duct. Refer to Air Cleaner Resonator Outlet Duct Replacement .
- Drain the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling (Static Fill)Β .
- Reposition the radiator vent inlet hose clamp (1) at the coolant air bleed pipe fitting.
- Remove the radiator vent inlet hose (2) from the coolant air bleed pipe fitting.
- Reposition the radiator inlet hose clamp (3) at the water pump.
- Remove the radiator inlet hose from the water pump.
- Reposition the radiator inlet hose and vent inlet hose out of the way.
- Remove the accessory drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement - Accessory .
- Reposition the radiator outlet hose clamp at the water pump.
- Remove the radiator outlet hose from the water pump.
- Reposition the outlet hose out of the way.
- Reposition the radiator surge tank outlet hose clamp at the water pump (1).
- Remove the radiator surge tank outlet hose (2) from the water pump.
- Reposition the outlet hose out of the way.
- Reposition the heater inlet hose clamp (1) at the water pump.
- Remove the heater inlet hose (2) from the water pump.
- Reposition the inlet hose out of the way.
- Remove the water pump bolts (301).
- Remove the water pump (300) and gaskets (309). Discard the gaskets.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.