Removal Procedure

2019 Chevrolet Trax Premier, AWDSECTION Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2018 Chevrolet Trax and 2018 Buick Encore. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Drain the cooling system. Cooling System Draining and FillingΒ 
  2. Remove the engine coolant thermostat from water pump. Engine Coolant Thermostat Replacement (2H0)Β Engine Coolant Thermostat Replacement (LUV)Β 
  3. Remove the water pump pulley. Water Pump Pulley Replacement (LUV)Β Water Pump Pulley Replacement (2H0)Β 
  4. Remove the heater outlet hose from the water pump. Heater Outlet Hose Replacement (2H0)Heater Outlet Hose Replacement (LUV)Heater Outlet Hose Replacement (LUV Rear)Heater Outlet Hose Replacement (LE2)
  5. GM3978321

    Remove and DISCARD the 2 front cover bolts (1, 8).

  6. Remove the remaining 8 bolts (2 - 7, 9, 10).
  7. The water pump and engine front cover bolts are located as followed:
    1. Engine front cover special bolt without cone end 60 mm (2.362 in) (1, 10).
    2. Engine front cover standard bolt with cone end 52 mm (2.047 in) (2, 6, 8).
    3. Water pump bolt 25 mm (0.984 in) (3 - 5, 7, 9).
  8. GM3978322

    Water Pump(2) - Remove

  9. Remove and DISCARD the gasket.(1)
RENDER: 1.0x

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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.