2005 Dodge Magnum water pump

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2005 DODGE MAGNUM

Engine Cooling problem
2005 Dodge Magnum V8 Two Wheel Drive

what are the procedures to changing a water pump on an 05 dodge magnum hemi?

Thursday, February 25th, 2010 AT 6:16 PM

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WATER PUMP REMOVAL

1. Disconnect negative battery cable.
2. Drain cooling system.
3. Remove radiator fan assembly.
4. Remove accessory drive belt.
5. Remove thermostat.
NOTE: The water pump mounting bolts (2) are different lengths. Note the location of the water pump mounting bolts (2).
6. Remove water pump mounting bolts (2) and remove water pump (1).

INSTALLATION
1. Install water pump and mounting bolts (2). Tighten mounting bolts to 28 Nm (20 ft. Lbs.).
2. Make sure double ended bolt (3) is in the proper location. Tighten double ended bolt to 28 Nm (20 ft. Lbs.).
3. Install thermostat.
4. Install accessory drive belt.
5. Install the radiator fan assembly.
6. Connect negative battery cable.
7. Fill cooling system.
8. Pressure test cooling system.