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1997 Dodge Avenger Water pump

Tiny
JDCPJC
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  • 1997 DODGE AVENGER
  • 6 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 70,000 MILES
How labor intensive is replacing a water pump in my car? I've also noticed now that there is smoke coming from under the hood occasionally. I always make sure it doesn't overheat.
Saturday, October 4th, 2008 AT 7:46 AM

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Tiny
ZACKMAN
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Very intensive. I did it in 6 hours. It was 98 Chrysler Cirrus V6. Same engine you have. You have to remove the crank pulley, remove the timing covers (you may have to move the P/S pump out of the way), remove the timing belt, remove the water pump, and reinstall. Make sure that the o-ring in the back of the water pump seats in properly before you bolt it up. It is advisable that you replace the timing belt at the same time.
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Tuesday, October 21st, 2008 AT 8:40 PM

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