Ensure all the pump bolts are removed....I made the mistake of removing one of the timing chaine cover bolts thinking it was the pump bolt. my car's pump was really corroded and was fused to the engine block. it took numerous hammer hits to get it to break free. the trick was using a tool slim enough to get between the pump and engine block.
was there any pitting of the metal where the o ring seals? were all the pump bolts securely tightened? was there any debris on the o ring mating surface? did the o ring tear when it was stretched to install on the water pump? defective water pump?....I recently purchased two, brand new fuel pumps for another vehicle/project and both pumps were defective.
Nicely done, Thank you
Thanks.....hopefully the video helped you.
I noticed the same thing other videos didn’t have the AC lines over motor mounts.
The water pump is easy the thermostat is a lot harder
How high are you able to jack the motor without damaging any lines or hoses?
At least 3-4 inches. I was continually checking and stopped as soon as I had enough room. Good luck with your repairs!
I have a 2010 Escape. The water pump is in pieces and still wont cone out. I am worried I may have to scrap it over this.😭
Ensure all the pump bolts are removed....I made the mistake of removing one of the timing chaine cover bolts thinking it was the pump bolt. my car's pump was really corroded and was fused to the engine block. it took numerous hammer hits to get it to break free. the trick was using a tool slim enough to get between the pump and engine block.
Just one thought, take your I watch off when working on cars, its only a matter of time until you regret leaving it on! 😥
very perceptive.... i had to trash that watch shortly afterward because I broke the watch glass working on my truck!
What if it still leaked what to look for
was there any pitting of the metal where the o ring seals? were all the pump bolts securely tightened? was there any debris on the o ring mating surface? did the o ring tear when it was stretched to install on the water pump? defective water pump?....I recently purchased two, brand new fuel pumps for another vehicle/project and both pumps were defective.
What year is your car ?
2012.....