Chevrolet Equinox Service Manual: Water Pump Removal Engine Cooling Coolant Pump
Remove the engine coolant temperaturesensor-(1).
Remove the thermostat and water feed pipe retainingbolts.
Note:Twist the water feed pipe while pulling to remove it from thewater pump cover.
Remove the thermostat housing and water feedpipe-(1) from the water pump cover.
Remove the water pump retaining bolts. Be sure to remove thebolt that goes through the front of the engine block.Remove the water pump assembly-(1).
Engine Block Disassemble Engine Block
Remove the engine block coolant drain plug.Remove the oil flow check valve.Remove the rear oil passage plugs-(3).Remove the 3 oil passage plugs on each side of theblock-(2).Remove the 2 water passage ...
Engine Block Disassemble Engine Block
Remove the engine front cover studs-(1).Remove the block heater cartridge, if equipped.Remove the right knock sensor bolt.Remove the right knock sensor.Remove the left knock sensor bolt.Remove the lef ...
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Connecting Rod MeasurementClean the connecting rods-(1) in solvent and drywith compressed air.Inspect the connecting rods for the following:Signs of being twisted, bent, nicked, or crackedScratches or abrasion on the rod bearing seatingsurfaceIf the connecting rod bores contain minor scratches orabr ...
