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Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2018 Buick Envision. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. GM2863959Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    CAUTION:

    Refer to Fastener Caution .

    Install the water pump (3) into position with a NEW water pump seal (4) and hand tighten the bolts.

  2. Tighten (1) bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
  3. Tighten (2) bolt to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
  4. GM2863953Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Install the thermostat bypass pipe (2) to the water pump with a NEW gasket (3) and tighten the fasteners (1) to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

  5. GM2863947Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Install the engine wiring harness retainer (1) to the water pump (2).

  6. GM2863940Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Using the BO-38185 hose clamp pliers, install the radiator outlet hose (1) to the water outlet (2).

  7. Install the drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement (LCV)Drive Belt Replacement (LTG) .
  8. Install the exhaust manifold heat shield. Refer to Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield Replacement (LCV)Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield Replacement .
  9. Fill the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling (GE 47716) Cooling System Draining and Filling (Static) .
  10. Start the engine and check for coolant leaks.