1.
Disconnect the negative battery cable. 2.
Properly drain the cooling system into an approved container. 3.
Remove all accessory drive belts or the serpentine belt. 4.
Remove the alternator and bracket. 5.
Unscrew the water pump pulley mounting bolts and then pull off the pulley. 6.
Unfasten the mounting bolts, then remove the water pump. 7.
Using a putty knife, clean the gasket mounting surfaces. To install:
8.
Place a 1/8 in. (3mm) wide bead of RTV sealant on the water pump sealing surface or install a new gasket, on models so equipped. Install the pump and tighten the retaining bolts to 18 ft. lbs. (25 Nm). 9.
Install the water pump pulley, then tighten the mounting bolts to 22 ft. lbs. (30 Nm). 10.
install the alternator and bracket. 11.
Install the drive belts or serpentine belt, as applicable. 12.
Fill the cooling system to the proper level. 13.
Connect the negative battery cable, then start the engine and check for leaks.
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Off the water pump
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Where is the horn relay on a 1997 Pontiac Sunfire?
See stvndberryhill's answer under 1998 Pontiac Sunfire horn relays. This answer applies to all year models of Pontiac Sunfires.
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R134a
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What is the windshield wiper size for a 1998 Pontiac Sunfire?
22 and 17
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What is the gas tank capacity of a 1998 Pontiac Sunfire?
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What would make a 1998 Pontiac sunfire 22liter 4-cylinder not fire to the pluges?
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Where is the thermostat located on a 1998 Pontiac Sunfire 2.2L?
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What is the firing order for a 1998 Pontiac Sunfire?
1-3-4-2
What bulb size is on the trunk of a 1998 Pontiac Sunfire GT?
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its already got one
How fast does a pontiac sunfire go?
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How many gallons does a gas tank hold in a 1998 sunfire?
How many gallon of gas does a Pontiac sunfire gas tank hold
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it kicks in around 180 km
What kind of brake fluid should you use for a 1998 Pontiac sunfire?
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1998 Pontiac sunfire Power train?
Do you have a more specific question about the drive train?
Where is the ETS switch on a 1997 Pontaic Sunfire?
I have a 1998 Pontiac sunfire gt and it is on the side of the gear shifter (automatic) however, if it is standard then I am unsure.
How do you replace the water pump on a 1998 Pontiac Sunfire SE 2.4L?
If you go to advance auto, or auto zone and purchase a haynes manual for 10 to 20 dollars, it will describe in detail (including pictures) of this repair, and many more for this automobile.
