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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHRYSLER2005CROSSFIRE LIMITED, 2D COUPE, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISTRANSMISSIONAUTOMATIC TRANSENGINE COOLING SYSTEM & AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION COOLING SYSTEMENGINEWATER PUMPINSTALLATIONINSTALLATION - SRT
2005 Chrysler Crossfire Limited, 2D Coupe, Standard
Installation - SRT
2005 Chrysler Crossfire Limited, 2D Coupe, StandardSECTION Installation - SRT
- Clean all gasket surfaces.
- Position the water pump with a new gasket on the timing chain cover.
- Install the water pump bolts in the correct positions. Tighten the bolts to 35 N.m (26 ft. lbs.).
- Install the oil cooler hose (3) to the water pump.
- Install the hose clamp.
- Install the water pump pulley (2) and bolts. Tighten the water pump pulley bolts to 10 N.m (89 in. lbs.).
- Install the idler pulley (1) and bolt. Tighten the idler pulley bolt to 10 N.m (89 in. lbs.).
- Connect the lower radiator hose (2) and coolant by-pass hose (1).
- Install the generator. (Refer to ELECTRICAL/CHARGING/GENERATOR - INSTALLATION) .
- Rotate the belt tensioner counterclockwise and install the accessory drive belt.
- Release the belt tensioner and remove the wrench.
- Install the air pump tube assembly (1) to the engine. (Refer to EMISSIONS CONTROL/AIR INJECTION/AIR PUMP INLET TUBE - INSTALLATION) .
- Install the radiator fan. (Refer to COOLING/ENGINE/RADIATOR FAN - INSTALLATION)Β .
- Install the engine cover (1). Align the engine cover retaining clips to the rubber mounts, and push down firmly to connect engine cover to rubber mounts.NOTE: To ease the installation of the engine cover, apply a small amount of lubricant to the engine cover rubber mounts.
- Connect the negative battery cable.
- Fill the cooling system. (Refer to COOLING/ENGINE/COOLANT - STANDARD PROCEDURE)Β .
- Start the engine and check for coolant leaks.
- Recheck the coolant level.
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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.