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Water Pump Replacement LG5

Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the front wheelhouse panel.

  2. Object Number: 198949  Size: SH
  3. Remove the front intake air duct (1) from the air filter housing.
  4. Drain the coolant. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling .
  5. Remove the cooling fan. Refer to Fan Replacement .
  6. Remove the fan drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement in Engine Mechanical.

  7. Object Number: 202416  Size: SH
  8. Remove the fan drive belt tensioner. Refer to Drive Belt Tensioner Replacement in Engine Mechanical.
  9. Remove the fan pulley bracket.
  10. Remove the generator mounting bracket. Refer to Generator Bracket Replacement in Engine Electrical.
  11. Remove the lower radiator hose. Refer to Radiator Hose Replacement .
  12. Remove the bypass hose clamps.
  13. Remove the bypass hose.

  14. Object Number: 199059  Size: SH
  15. Remove the water pump pulley and the mounting plate.

  16. Object Number: 199055  Size: SH
  17. Remove the water pump backing plate-to-engine (1) front cover studs.
  18. Remove the water pump-to-engine front cover bolts.
  19. Remove the water pump (3) from the engine.
  20. Remove the water pump backing plate-to-water pump bolts.
  21. Remove the water pump (3) and the gaskets (2).
  22. Clean the following components in order to remove the old gasket:
  23. • The surface of the water pump
    • The water pump backing plate
    • The engine front cover
  24. Clean the bolt threads.
  25. Inspect the following components for wear, deterioration or corrosion. Replace the components as necessary.
  26. • The water pump backing plate
    • The engine front cover
    • The clamps
    • The hoses
    • The belts
    • The pulleys

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 59828  Size: SH
  1. Install the water pump and the gasket to the water pump backing plate.

  2. Object Number: 199055  Size: SH

    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 backing plate-to-water pump bolts.
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the water pump backing plate-to-water pump bolts to 28 N·m (21 lb ft).

  5. Install the water pump (3) and the gasket (2) to the engine
  6. Install the water pump-to-engine front cover bolts.
  7. Tighten
    Tighten the water pump-to-engine front cover bolts to 42 N·m (31 lb ft).

  8. Install the water pump backing plate-to-engine front cover studs.
  9. Tighten
    Tighten the water pump backing plate-to-engine front cover studs to 23 N·m (17 lb ft).


    Object Number: 199059  Size: SH
  10. Install the water pump pulley plate and the pulley to the water pump.
  11. Tighten
    Tighten the water pump pulley bolts to 23 N·m (17 lb ft).

  12. Install the bypass hose.
  13. Install the bypass clamps.
  14. Install the lower radiator hose. Refer to Radiator Hose Replacement .
  15. Install the generator mounting bracket. Refer to Generator Bracket Replacement in Engine Electrical.
  16. Install the fan pulley bracket.

  17. Object Number: 202416  Size: SH
  18. Install the fan drive belt tensioner. Refer to Drive Belt Tensioner Replacement in Engine Mechanical.
  19. Install the fan drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement in Engine Mechanical.
  20. Install the cooling fan. Refer to Fan Replacement .

  21. Object Number: 198949  Size: SH
  22. Install the front intake air duct (1) to the air filter housing.
  23. Install the front wheelhouse panel.
  24. Fill the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling .
  25. Inspect the system for leaks.

Water Pump Replacement LP4/L21

Removal Procedure

Refer to the Caterpillar® 3126 Unit Repair Manual for information on replacement of the diesel engine water pumps.

  1. Remove the left front wheelhouse panel.
  2. Drain the coolant. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling .
  3. Remove the fan assembly. Refer to Fan Replacement .
  4. Remove the drive belts.
  5. Remove the pulleys.

  6. Object Number: 353996  Size: SH
  7. Loosen the engine coolant air bleed hose clamps.
  8. Remove the engine coolant air bleed hose and clamps.

  9. Object Number: 342198  Size: SH
  10. Loosen the thermostat bypass hose clamps (2).
  11. Remove the thermostat bypass hose (1) and clamps (2).
  12. Disconnect the lower radiator hose.

  13. Object Number: 353997  Size: SH
  14. Remove the water pump bolts (3).
  15. Remove the water pump (1).
  16. Remove the water pump gaskets (2).

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 353997  Size: SH
  1. Install water pump gaskets (2).
  2. Install the water pump (1).
  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.

  4. Install the water pump bolts (3).
  5. Tighten
    Tighten the water pump bolts to 40 N·m (30 lb ft).

  6. Connect the lower radiator hose.
  7. Install the thermostat bypass hose (1) and clamps (2).
  8. Install the pulleys.
  9. Install the drive belts.
  10. Install the fan assembly. Refer to Fan Replacement .
  11. Install the engine coolant air bleed hose and clamps.
  12. Tighten
    Tighten the clamp to 5 N·m (44 lb in).