Installation Procedure

2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 6SECTION Installation Procedure
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    Fig 1: Identifying Water Pump Components
    GM1412162Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install a NEW water pump seal.
  2. Install the water pump.
  3. CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
  4. Install the water pump bolts and tighten to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
  5. Fig 2: Locating Water Pump Pulley & Bolts
    GM1412160Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Install the water pump pulley and the water pump pulley bolts.
  7. Fig 3: EN 46104 Installed On Water Pump Pulley
    GM1412158Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Use the EN 46104Β  in order to retain the water pump pulley.
  9. Install the water pump pulley bolts and tighten to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
  10. Install the drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement (LY7) or Drive Belt Replacement (LCS) .
  11. Fill the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling (Static Fill With HP5)Β  or Cooling System Draining and Filling (Static Fill Without HP5)Β  or Cooling System Draining and Filling (GE 47716 Fill With HP5)Β  or Cooling System Draining and Filling (GE 47716 Fill Without HP5)Β .
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  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
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  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
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