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How to Replace the Water Pump on a 2002 PT Cruiser

The PT Cruiser is a compact car with retro styling made by Chrysler from 2000 to 2010. The 2001 model has a pump that circulates water and coolant throughout the engine compartment to keep the engine cool while it is running. The water pump in a 2001 PT Cruiser is a mechanical belt-driven pump that receives its power from the engine. The replacement of the the water pump in a 2002 PT cruiser also requires you to drain the cooling system.

Instructions

1

Allow the car to sit overnight to ensure the engine is cool. Place a container under the radiator and open the drain cock of the radiator. Wait for the coolant in the radiator to drain into the container. Replace the radiator drain cock.

2

Disconnect the cable to the negative battery terminal with a socket wrench to ensure that you dont start the engine inadvertently. Remove the timing belt and sprockets for the camshaft. Disconnect the cover for the rear timing belt.

3

Remove the mounting bolts for the water pump with a socket wrench, and disconnect the water pump. Discard the old O-rings for the water pump.

4

Apply a thin layer of dielectric grease to the new O-ring. Place the new O-ring into the groove for the water pump, and ensure that the O-ring is properly seated. Install the new water pump and tighten the mounting bolts for the water pump to 105 inch lbs. with a torque wrench.

5

Connect the cover for the route timing belt with a socket wrench. Attach the sprockets for the camshaft and install the timing belt. Connect the cable to the negative battery terminal with a socket wrench. Fill the radiator with coolant and start the engine. Check the cooling system for leaks and repair as necessary.