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Tool Required

J 46406 Fan Clutch Remover and Installer

Removal Procedure

  1. Drain the coolant. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling .
  2. Remove the fan. Refer to Fan Replacement .
  3. Remove the drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement in Engine Mechanical - 3.5L (L52).

  4. Object Number: 748318  Size: SH
  5. Using the J 46406 , secure the water pump pulley and remove the water pump pulley bolts.
  6. Remove the J 46406 .
  7. Remove the water pump pulley.

  8. Object Number: 856224  Size: SH
  9. Remove the water pump bolts.
  10. Remove the water pump.
  11. Clean and inspect the water pump. Refer to Water Pump Cleaning and Inspection in Engine Mechanical - 3.5L (L52).
  12. Discard the gasket.

Installation Procedure

  1. Install a new water pump gasket.

  2. Object Number: 856224  Size: SH
  3. Position the water pump to the engine.
  4. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

  5. Install the water pump bolts.
  6. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts to 10 N·m (89 lb in).


    Object Number: 748318  Size: SH
  7. Install the water pump pulley.
  8. Install the water pump pulley bolts.
  9. Using the J 46406 , secure the water pump pulley while tightening the water pump pulley bolts.
  10. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).

  11. Remove the J 41240 .
  12. Install the drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement in Engine Mechanical - 3.5L (L52).
  13. Install the fan. Refer to Fan Replacement .
  14. Fill the cooling system with the specified coolant and concentration. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling .
  15. Inspect for leaks.