Explorer 4WD V8-4.6L (2008)
Water Pump: Service and Repair
Coolant Pump - 4.6L (3V)
Removal and Installation
1. Drain the cooling system. For additional information, refer to Cooling System Draining, Filling and Bleeding.
2. Remove the cooling fan.
3. Remove the accessory drive belt. For additional information, refer to Drive Belts, Mounts, Brackets and Accessories.
4. Remove the bolts and the coolant pump pulley.
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To install, tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
5. Remove the bolts and the coolant pump.
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To install, tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
6. Remove and discard the coolant pump O-ring.
7. CAUTION: Do not use metal scrapers, wire brushes, power abrasive discs or other abrasive means to clean the sealing surfaces. These