no you do not have to change the timing chain when changing the water pump.
diagram on changing water pump on a 2004 silverado 1500
You do not have to, but if the water pump is timing belt driven it is highly recommended.
Yes it's the same pump
Yes. The seal for the water pump is bad. Replace it.
when changing the water pump it is also adviseable to change the timing belt as well.
can you give me instructions on changing the water pump on a 1998 jeep classic 4.0.
The water pump will pump coolant(antifreeze & water) through the engine after the thermostat opens up.
It's a good practice to change the water pump when you are changing the timing belt.
opposite of the way you took it off before changing your water pump
the water pump is located next to the throttle body. there is no reason to set the timing.
how much labor time does it take to change the water pump on an 07 impala