Changing out water pump?

2012 BUICK LA CROSSE
100,000 MILES
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ANNIE2BUCK
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Recommendation on what tool to use to take out one of the bolts that is extremely close to the vehicle frame.
Apr 10, 2026 at 9:27 AM
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KRAKENAUTO
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Can you let me know which engine you have? There are two options that year. A 2.4 (4cyl) and 3.6 (6cyl).
Apr 10, 2026 at 4:31 PM
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