Thunderbird V6-232 3.8L SC (1989)
Water Pump: Service and Repair
Water Pump Removal
1. Drain cooling system.
2. On EFI engines, remove fan shroud retaining screws. Remove fan/clutch assembly retaining bolts.
3. Remove fan/clutch assembly and shroud.
4. Rotate main accessory drive belt tensioner. Remove main drive belt and water pump pulley.
5. Remove power steering pump pulley and remove water pump to power steering pump brace.
NOTE:On supercharged engines, it may be necessary to remove the intercooler to gain access to power steering pump pulley. Refer to
Intercooler/Charge Air Cooler (CAC) Service and Repair.
6. On EFI engines, disconnect coolant bypass hoses at water pump. On supercharged engines, disconnect oil cooler tube and bypass hose.
7. Disconnect heater hose at water pump (EFI engines) and disconnect lower radiator hose.
8. Remove upper crankshaft sensor cover (supercharged engines).
9. Remove water pump retaining bolts and pump. Discard old gasket.
CAUTION:If using a prying device to assist in water pump removal, be careful not to damage the mating surfaces.
Installation
NOTE:Lightly oil all bolt and stud threads before installation except those specifying special sealant.
1. Clean gasket surfaces on water pump and front cover.
