300E (124.030) L6-3.0L (103.983) (1986)
Water Pump: Service and Repair
Water Pump Replacement Service Steps
Water Pump Replacement ServiceSteps
NOTE: Check for associated Technical Service Bulletins (TSB's) prior to starting the job.
1. Verify problem. See: Testing and Inspection
2. Perform "Initial Preparations". See: Fundamentals and Basics
3. Remove water pump. See:
- Removal Tips and Hints. See: Fundamentals and Basics
4. Clean and inspect the gasket surface. See: Fundamentals and Basics
5. Install water pump. See:
- Installation Tips and Hints. See: Fundamentals and Basics
6. Perform "After Repairs Leak Check". See: Testing and Inspection
7. Reconnect battery.
8. Bleed and top off coolant. See: Cooling System/Service and Repair/Cooling System Drain and Refill
9. Perform "After Repairs Operational Check". See: Testing and Inspection
10. Perform "After Repairs Test Drive". See: Cooling System/Testing and Inspection/Component Tests and General Diagnostics
RECOMMENDED PARTS:
See: Fundamentals and Basics
RECOMMENDED TOOLS:
See: Tools and Equipment
ENVIRONMENTAL AND SAFETY CONCERNS:
See: Cooling System/Service Precautions/Technician Safety Information