Issues after replacing water pump and thermostat

180,000 MILES • 3.8L • AUTOMATIC
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HEIDI WIARD
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I replace my thermostats and water pump but now when I start the car it seems like I have to crank it over more and makes a weird noise right before it starts. also, if I press the gas it will make a rubbing type of noise. It was never like this be for replaced the parts.
Nov 1, 2016 at 1:25 PM
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HMAC300
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recheck your work you might have belt installed wrong. normally diagram is under hood for that. also, it may be a hose rubbing from water pump replacement.
Nov 2, 2016 at 12:23 AM
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