How do you replace a water pump on a 1995 Nissan pickup V6?

Answer 1

REMOVAL & INSTALLATION

Drain the cooling system.

1. Remove all drive belts.
2. Unfasten the fan shroud securing bolts and remove the fan shroud assembly.
3. Unfasten the water pump retaining bolts (note the different size bolts on the VG30i and VG30E engines), then remove the water pump and fan assembly, using care not to damage the radiator with the fan.

If the fan is equipped with a fluid coupling, do not tip the fan/pump assembly on its side, as the fluid will run out.

To install:

Remove all traces of gasket and/or sealant from the pump-to-cover mounting surfaces. Install the water pump and tighten the M6-size mounting bolts to 3-7 ft. lbs. (4-10 Nm). Tighten the M8-size bolts to 7-12 ft. lbs. (10-16 Nm) on Z24i engines, or 12-15 ft. lbs. (16-21 Nm) on KA24E, VG30i and VG30E engines. Always use a new gasket between the pump body and its mounting.

• Install the fan shroud assembly.

• Install the drive belt and adjust the tension.

• Refill and bleed the cooling system (refer to http://wiki.answers.com/8671CH01_1.xml), then start the engine and check for coolant leaks.