2002 Ford Taurus Waterpump replacement

2002 FORD TAURUS
139,383 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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LAWRENCEFORD
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what all do i have to take off to replace waterpump, there is a alernater housing on top and some uther things , do i have to remove all that to get to housing"??
Apr 1, 2010 at 3:19 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Here is a list of the items, in order, that need removed ending with the waterpump.

Splash shield
Lower heater hose
Radiator lower tube bolt
Radiator upper front tube bolt
Air cleaner assembly
Battery and tray
Water pump belt
Upper radiator hose
Engine vent hose
Transaxle 10 pin connector
Radiator bypass hose assembly
Thermostat housing
A/C compressor brace, if equipped
Water pump mounting nuts
Connector hose
Water pump

Make sure to drain the coolant first.

Let me know if you have other quesitons.
Joe
Apr 2, 2010 at 11:37 PM
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