OEM Chrysler Cirrus Water Pump

Chrysler Cirrus Water Pump Parts and Q&A

• Water Pump
  4694307AF
  Q: How to Effectively Service and Repair a Water Pump on Chrysler Cirrus?

  A:

  The first step in servicing the water pump is to lift the vehicle, take off the right side splash shield and have access to the grease nipples. Following that, detach the accessory Drive Belts and take off the Power Steering Pump, then drain the cooling system. Place something underneath the engine to support it and then remove the right Engine Mount plus its bracket. Following this, pull out the Timing Belt, camshaft sprockets and rear timing belt cover. Following that, loosen and remove the screws holding the water pump to the engine. To install, make sure to insert an O-ring gasket into the body of the water pump, correctly settling it to prevent any damage or water leaks. Connect the pump body to the block and make sure the screws are turned to 12 Nm (105 inch lbs.). Set the pressure in the cooling system to 15 pounds per square inch (psi) using a pressure tester, then check below the water pump for leaks. Move the pump around manually to allow it to work comfortably. After that, put in place the rear timing belt cover, place the camshaft sprockets and install the timing belt. Put the engine mount bracket and engine mount back, refill the cooling system and then bolt the power steering pump and the related accessory drive belts in place.
• Water Pump
  68382490AA
  Q: How to Ensure Your Water Pump is in Optimal Condition for a Chrysler Cirrus?

  A:

  It is necessary to clean the water pump's gasket surfaces if you want to repair or service the pump. Check the body assembly of the water pump for any damage or cracks, notice signs of coolant leaking from the shaft seal, a rough-turning bearing, impeller rubbing against both the pump body and engine block, a missing or loose impeller or cracks or damage to the sprocket or its flange.