Sebring LXI Sedan V6-2.7L VIN R (2002)
Fig. 41 Secondary Water Pump Weep Passage - 2.7L
NOTE: It is normal for the water pump to weep a small amount of coolant from the primary weep hole (black stain at weep passage). Do not replace
the water pump if this condition exists. Replace the water pump if a heavy deposit or a steady flow of engine coolant is evident from the primary weep
passage. This indicates a shaft seal failure and pump must be replaced. Coolant may leak from the secondary weep passage and fill the valley of the
engine. If this condition is found, clean the primary weep passage of debris. Be sure to perform a thorough analysis before replacing water pump.
WARNING: DO NOT REMOVE PRESSURE CAP WITH THE SYSTEM HOT AND PRESSURIZED. SERIOUS BURNS FROM
COOLANT CAN RESULT.
1. Disconnect negative battery cable.
2. Drain cooling system.
NOTE: The water pump is driven by the primary timing chain.
3. Remove the timing chain cover, timing chain, and all chain guides.
Fig. 38 Water Pump - 2.7L
4. Remove bolts attaching water pump to block .
