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You must remove the timing belt to get to water pump.
water pump on this 3.0 is driven with the timing belt. it is internal water pump you will have to set your timing before you start replace your timing belt if it is worn out.
Yes it can run but will overheat very quickly. If the pump is bad you will have to replace it.
it will be around $400 plus parts
Where is the water pump located on a 1996 Plymouth Voyager?
Not an easy job. Get a manual on your car from AUTOBOOKSONLINE.COM.
This is a big job. I suggest getting a manual on your car from AUTOBOOKSONLINE.COM.
It is located behind the timing belt. Timing belt must be removed to access the pump. Replace timing belt.
you must remove the fuel tank to replace the pump.
No, you do not have to replace the timing belt at the same time as the water pump. It is highly recommended because there is no additional labor involved since the timing belt must be removed to replace the water pump.
It would greatly help to know what engine you have and if it has air conditioning (working or not)
The water pump is timing belt driven. You should buy or borrow a service manual, as this is a very intensive repair.