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Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2003 🢒 Kodiak C-Series (Conventional) C6/C7/C8 🢒 Engine 🢒 Engine Controls - 8.1L 🢒 Water Pump Replacement

Water Pump Replacement L18

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 751427 Size: SH
  1. Drain the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling .
  2. Remove the drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement for the 8.1L engine.
  3. Remove the fan clutch. Refer to Fan Clutch Replacement .
  4. Reposition the outlet hose clamp at the water pump.
  5. Remove the outlet hose from the water pump.

    6. Object Number: 470692 Size: SH
  6. Reposition the bypass hose clamps at the water pump and water crossover.
  7. Remove the bypass hose.

    8. Object Number: 470790 Size: SH
  8. Remove the water pump bolts.
  9. Remove the water pump.
  10. Remove and discard the water pump gaskets.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 470790 Size: SH
  1. Place NEW water pump gaskets into place.

    2. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

  2. Install the water pump.
  3. Install the water pump bolts.

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the water pump bolts to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).


    Object Number: 470692 Size: SH
  4. Install the bypass hose.
  5. Position the bypass hose clamps at the water pump and water crossover.

    6. Object Number: 751427 Size: SH
  6. Install the outlet hose to the water pump.
  7. Position the outlet hose clamp at the water pump.
  8. Install the fan clutch. Refer to Fan Clutch Replacement .
  9. Install the drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement for the 8.1L engine.
  10. Fill the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling .

Water Pump Replacement Caterpillar

Refer to the Caterpillar® Service Manual.

Water Pump Replacement LB7

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 660519 Size: SH
  1. Drain the engine coolant and the engine block. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling .
  2. Remove the thermostat housing crossover. Refer to Thermostat Housing Crossover Replacement .
  3. Remove the fan clutch. Refer to Fan Clutch Replacement .
  4. Remove the crankshaft balancer. Refer to Crankshaft Balancer Replacement in Engine Mechanical - 6.6L.
  5. Remove the water pump outlet pipe to water pump nuts.
  6. Remove the engine wiring harness retainer from the inner stud.

    7. Object Number: 660521 Size: SH
  7. Remove the water pump bolts. Note the location of the bolts. The bolts are 3 different lengths.
  8. Remove the water pump assembly.
  9. Remove the water pump outlet pipe gasket.

Inspection and Repair Procedure

    Object Number: 663772 Size: SH
  1. Remove the O-ring from the water pump.
  2. Remove the water pump to water pump housing bolts.
  3. Remove the water pump from the water pump housing.
  4. Remove the O-ring from the water pump housing.

    5. Object Number: 663773 Size: SH
  5. Clean the water pump assembly.
  6. Clean the water pump mating surfaces.
  7. Inspect the water pump gear for damage.
  8. Inspect the water pump mating surfaces for damage.
  9. Inspect the water pump shaft for looseness.
  10. Inspect the water pump assembly for damage.
  11. Replace the water pump if any damage is found.

    12. Object Number: 663772 Size: SH
  12. Install a new O-ring to the water pump housing.
  13. Lubricate the O-ring with engine coolant.
  14. Install the water pump to the water pump housing.

    15. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  15. Install the water pump to water pump housing bolts.

    16. Tighten
    Tighten the water pump to water pump housing bolts to 21 N·m (15 lb ft).

  16. Install a new O-ring to the water pump.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 660521 Size: SH
  1. Lubricate the water pump O-ring with engine oil.
  2. Install the water pump.

    3. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  3. Install the water pump bolts. Ensure the correct length bolt is used in the proper location.

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the water pump bolts to 21 N·m (15 lb ft).


    Object Number: 660519 Size: SH
  4. Install the water pump to water pump outlet pipe gasket.
  5. Install the engine wiring harness retainer on the water pump outlet pipe inner stud.
  6. Install the water pump to water pump outlet pipe nuts.

    7. Tighten
    Tighten the water pump to water pump outlet pipe nuts to 21 N·m (1 lb ft).

  7. Install the thermostat housing crossover. Refer to Thermostat Housing Crossover Replacement .
  8. Install the crankshaft balancer. Refer to Crankshaft Balancer Replacement in Engine Mechanical - 6.6L.
  9. Install the fan clutch. Refer to Fan Clutch Replacement .
  10. Fill the engine with coolant. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling .

Water Pump Replacement 7.8L

Removal Procedure
  1. Drain the coolant. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling .
  2. Remove the drive belt from the water pump pulley. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement .
  3. Remove the fan clutch and adapter. Refer to Fan Clutch Replacement .
  4. Remove the following components from the water pump:
    5. • The clamp
    • The heater hose

    Object Number: 228206 Size: SH
  5. Remove the bolts from the water duct.
  6. Remove the following components:
    7. • The water duct
    • The O-ring

    Object Number: 228210 Size: SH
  7. Remove the water pump bolts.
  8. Remove the following components:
    9. • The water pump
    • The gaskets
  9. Clean the following components:
    10. • The surface of the water pump
    • The surface of the engine block
    • The bolt threads
    • The water duct sealing surfaces
  10. Inspect the following components for wear, deterioration or corrosion.

    11. Replace the components as necessary:

    • The clamps
    • The hoses
    • The water pump

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 228210 Size: SH
  1. Install new gaskets to the water pump.
  2. Install the water pump to the engine block.

    3. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

  3. Install the water pump bolts.

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the water pump bolts to 19 N·m (14 lb ft).


    Object Number: 228206 Size: SH
  4. Lube the O-ring with soap suds.
  5. Install the following components:
    6. • The water duct
    • The O-ring
  6. Install the water duct bolts.

    7. Tighten

    1. Tighten the M8 bolt to 19 N·m (14 lb ft).
    2. Tighten the M16 bolt to 125 N·m (92 lb ft).
  7. Install the following components to the water pump:
    8. • The heater hose
    • The clamp

    Tighten
    Tighten the clamp to 5 N·m (44 lb in).


    Object Number: 228234 Size: SH
  8. Install the adapter (2) to the pump.

    9. Tighten
    Tighten the adapter bolts to 68 N·m (50 lb ft).

  9. Install the fan clutch. Refer to Fan Clutch Replacement .
  10. Install the drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement .
  11. Fill the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling .
  12. Inspect the system for leaks.