OEM 2006 Chevrolet Corvette Water Pump

2006 Chevrolet Corvette Water Pump Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to replace the water pump (7.0L) on 2006 Chevrolet Corvette?

  A: You can start Water Pump (7.0L) replacement by taking off the air cleaner intake duct and the accessory Drive Belt. Align the hose clamps at Water Pump openings before you take off engine water supply and return lines. Afterwards you should reposition clamps on the heater inlet and surge tank outlet section before taking out their respective hoses. You should take out the Water Pump bolts and the Water Pump while using the gaskets. Check and examine the Water Pump condition before installation. You should place the Water Pump and gaskets on the engine block and install the Water Pump bolts first to 15 nm (11 ft. Lbs.), then finish tightening them to 30 nm (22 ft. Lbs.). Fit the heater inlet and surge tank outlet hoses over their clamps before placing clamps onto their respective inlet and outlet hoses. Place the belt on accessories, add cooling fluid to the system, and install the air cleaner duct.