How to Replace a Water Pump | 1995 Ford F150
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- čas přidán 6. 09. 2024
- If your water pump develops a leak or a squeaking noise then you need to replace your water pump. Here's how to do that.
Depending on the vehicle, water pumps can last a good long time. But when they fail, they are gone. The symptoms of a bad water pump will be extremely low coolant, high coolant temperature on the coolant gauge, overheating, a screeching noise coming from the engine, and a steady drip of coolant from the underside of the water pump. A big puddle of coolant under the engine is also a sign that your water pump is bad. To replace it, remove any engine accessories or parts that are in your way. Drain the remainder of the coolant out of the radiator and radiator hoses. Begin unbolting the water pump itself. Be sure to have the correct water pump and gaskets on hand with blue engine sealant. Use a combination of blue sealant and the gaskets to get a good drip free seal on the new pump. Reinstall all the parts and accessories you removed in the beginning, top off the coolant, burp the coolant a few times to remove air pockets, and you are ready to go.
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I ran into a frozen bolt next to the lower radiator hose outlet on the pump. Ended up using an air chisel to break away the aluminum pump boss to expose the bolt at the timing chain cover. Back plate had to be unbolted from pump to remove it completely out of the way. PB blaster, oxi-torch and vibration was needed to loosen the bolt and prevent it from snapping off inside the block which would require removing the timing chain cover and drilling out the bolt. PITA but avoided having to go deeper into the engine to get the fix! ...Ford's, "Not Better Idea!" Don't forget to wire wheel all bolts and use anti-seize for future ease of replacement. Replaced the thermostat, gasket and all hoses as preventative since they were already removed. Easier now than later! New antifreeze too! Good luck, y'all!
Good process man!!
Love this series as I just acquired a 95 F 150 with the 5.0. First thing it did when I got it was pee coolant on my driveway. Water pump and thermostat this weekend. One thing that should also be mentioned on refilling the system with coolant. Turn the heat on in the truck so the valve is open to the heater core. This ensures you are bleeding the air out of it as well as the rest of the system.
Thanks man!🤙 I appreciate it!
That’s a very good tip!
just got a 87’ 5.0 water pump came broke, also had no coolant
Helpful tip: you can tell which bolts went where because when you put them without threading them in they should all stick out the same length.
Love it! Thanks for sharing man!🤙
I keep researching things and going "Oh thank God there is a Minute Masters video for this issue" -- thanks for all your help!
You’re welcome man!🤙
Thanks for watching!
2 yr old video and its still helpful lol. Last couple days, I've been noticing, not much, but tiny amount of the antifreeze on the ground, thought it was my bottom hose, so I replaced the clamps, its tight alright, except, it still showed up, the tiny puddle, found out, Its the "Wheepie hole" lol. Crap!! seal going bad inside water pump, now in mean time while I am researching water pumps too buy and waiting on MONEY to get it, I am researching videos, found this one, VERY informative, thank you! Will be saving this one to my "Repair" list for use when it comes time next week too do it, after I can buy it all lol. I am figuring, while I got the belt off too, I might just replace it also! I've been delivery driving lately, for my employment, and yes, my F150 '94 lol, decent gas mileage, 15 in the city. comparable to other cars mostly, but, my truck is OLD, 188k miles lol. Runs like a beast lol. So... Time to fix the pump, again, GREAT VIDEO! Thanks 😀
Yup! I had the same experience two years ago before I filmed this video.
With the pump off, it’s definitely a good time to replace any parts you have to remove to replace the pump (if it’s in the budget).
Hey, these trucks are beasts and they run for a hood long time if you keep the fluids in good order. My truck has 245,000 miles and another commenter told me his truck has 408,000 miles!😳
Anyhow, you are most welcome Brian! 🤙I appreciate the viewership and good luck on replacing your water pump.
Nice work. I always use Anti-Size on bolt threads secured to the block.
I learned the hard way on my 289 and blue Fel-pro gaskets. Instead, use Victor-Reinz reinforced gaskets with gray water pump RTV.
Really? Good to know. I haven’t had any trouble getting anything unbolted from the block (aside from exhaust manifolds).
Who sells Victor-Reinz?
I purchased a set of Victor Reinz gaskets in 2016 for the timing chain replacement on my 1994 Lightning. You can get them from Rock Auto, Advance Auto Parts, AutoZone, and possibly from Summit Racing.
I have used blue Fel-Pro gaskets in the past on a 289 C-Code. No matter how well I prepped the gaskets, the intake, timing chain and water pump gaskets would eventually swell and spring a leak. I use Victor-Reinz gaskets when available.
@@jamestapscott9400 Gotcha. I’ll keep an eye out for those gaskets!
I've watched 4 other videos about this topic and this is by far the best one I've watched so far
Thanks man!🤙 I appreciate it!
I agree
This is my project this upcoming weekend, thanks so much for the informative video! I'm in Iowa City so its nice to see someone around me with a love for these trucks.
Nice! Keep a big soul tray handy because there’s always coolant just waiting to drip out. You are most welcome man!🤙 I’m glad to hear there’s another enthusiast here in Iowa too!
Nice walkthrough! I started pulling my water pump off due to a leak and got stuck with that one bolt going through the power steering pump. What an awkward design. Anyway, enjoyed your tips. Thanks a bunch.
Yup that’s a tough bolt! You’re welcome!🤙
if your in there doing your water pump also do the fan clutch its an extra 4 bolts, 25$ and you already have it out of the truck
Good point!
Greta video. I know you are called minute master but I would had preferred to see you getting the bolts off the pump since there is a lot a talk about breaking bolts in the block.
Another thing when you refilling with anti coolant shouldn’t you wait until the thermostat is opening before you will have all the air out. Another thing to let the air come out and make some circulation therefore you can turn up the heat and blower in the cabin to force fluid through the heat exchanger.
Hahaha! I’ve gotten similar feedback and now I try to show my work more.
I’m order for the thermostat to open, the coolant temperature would have to exceed the thermostat temp to cause it to open. At that point, coolant should be boiling out of the radiator cap due to expansion. With that said, a good practice would be to check the coolant level a second time after a day of driving and after the system has cooled down to safety remove the radiator cap.
One thing I do recommend if the truck does have a heater is to turn it on as well, it’s possible to get air trapped in there and cause some over heating issues.
Get the Ford water pump , the other pumps O'Reilly ect. only last 30 t0 40 thousand miles , I've done this job 5 times now 451000 miles 5,0 l
Now you have me worried Roy. Lol I guess we’ll see how long this one lasts. Usually if I’m not under a time constraint, I try to order the best parts available.
@@TheMinuteMasters the original pump lasted 220000. Miles
Thanks to videos like this I now work on things I'd never went near and just pay the pros ..I like keeping my cash and so cool when I do it myself and its actually correct . Tks again !
Hi Michael! I usually respond to comments quickly but yours was held as spam by CZcams. (who knows why).
Anyhow, thank you for the compliment! I appreciate it! It's always nice to save a couple hundred dollars and pick up a new skill set at the same time. Thanks for watching!
You did a beautiful job I just got done placing my water pump thank you very much for your video and help me very much especially the bolts everything went well with the bolts I didn’t break one bolt the last bolt was tough but I WD-40 the heck out of it everything came back perfect no leaks
Thanks Chris!🤙 I appreciate it! I’m glad I was able to help you replace your water pump. It looks like a tough job but when you know the steps it’s not so bad. Thanks for watching!
Appreciate your channel. Always straight forward videos. I watched this because I have to do this again, and didn’t want to miss anything at the parts house. Also: I think it’s funny we all have that exact zip tie setup holding our upper radiator hose 😂
Thanks man!🤙
No way! Lol I wonder why we all have to do the zip tie thing for our upper radiator hoses.
Best video I can find for 2002 ford 6cylinder f150 single cab short bed...all the other videos for 2002 ford f150 water pumps did not have connections for hoses, and I'm wondering why my truck has hose connections but the videos I was watching did not.... this video has those connections and it looks like my water pump on my truck. Thanks for making this video. Really helped me. .. now I know I bought the right pump. Putting it on tomorow.
Thanks man! 🤙 I appreciate it! Interesting. You definitely need to include the hose connections for sure. I’m glad I can help you out!
Dude is on it! I was just watching the last video yesterday and this was the first thing I saw when I logged on tonight. Makes me feel lazy, but thanks for the video I need to change my pump as well.
Hahaha! No problem man!🤙 You definitely want to change it before it leaks like mine.
Love that I finally found a video explaining it how I needed exactly, thanks man!
No problem Max!🤙 I’m glad I could help ya out!
Water pump went out today and this vid is on point bro....I was already sure how it's done because I do majority of my own work.....nicely done bro 😎🤘
Thanks man! I appreciate it!🤙 i’m glad I could help you out. Once you know the steps, it’s straightforward.
I'm looking forward to witnessing this present day ship of Theseus working to fruition.
Lol Good reference! I could wait to see it come together too!
one bolt does not want to come out... ugh. I need am impact drill!!
The impact does help.
Just replaced the water pump in my 94, it was a grueling experience getting those 7in bolts out without breaking them (took 10 hours basically)
Really? Were the bolts stuck? I have my impact to help me with that.
@@TheMinuteMasters they were very tight, used everything. Ended up torching them a few times and they came loose
@@tuckerhiggins4336 Nice! The torch always does the trick for me.
if you noticed rust on the ends of some water pump bolts, they should be rtv sealed before installing- they intrude into cooling passages
Yup! I learned that lesson on a previous car I owned. Now, I seal my bolts with RTV.
Since you pulled the fan off are you going to stay with the oem or upgrade it since you have it off. Keep up the videos man. People do care about there old f150.
I'm going to stay with the OEM fan for now. The only real upgrade is an electric can but I haven't seen anything that's super reliable yet. Maybe I need to look at more expensive electric fans for more reliability.
I sure will man! Thanks for watching!🤙
Sounds like a job but noticed a have a coolant leak with possible culprit be the water pump be the problem. Thanks for run through.
It takes an hour or so but it’s pretty straightforward. Your welcome and good luck!🤙
It takes an hour or so but it’s pretty straightforward. You’re welcome and good luck!🤙
Great video, you explain everything so clearly
Thanks Ramon!🤙 I appreciate it. I’m glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for watching!
Good vid as usual. This is my project this weekend, coincidentally.
Thanks man!🤙 Good luck. It’s pretty straightforward.
@@TheMinuteMasters looks it. Had to change one on the Suburban a couple years ago. Pretty similar.
I'm down here in KC but I have a buddy up there named Dewey that lives in West Des Moines.. if you know him tell him Matt says hey .. love your videos bro
I don’t but if I meet him, I’ll mention you.🤙
Thanks Matthew! I appreciate it.
When filling the coolant, we just take the cap off and fill it straight into the top of the radiator right? Also, what if we dont have a torque wrench is there any way to properly torque it down or no?
Yes, you do that and then you leave the cap off and turn the truck on and let the water pump cycle water through to get all the air out.
You can probably torque everything down just by feel but you would be taking a risk. It’s definitely worth buying a torque wrench. There are a lot of affordable options out there these days.
Great idea with the cardboard
Thanks Kev! It works every time and I never have to chase down bolts.
@@TheMinuteMasters lol glad to see I'm not the only one who does that.
@@emieldiego2 Me too! Best idea ever! Trying to remember bolts is a pain.
Very informative and well done video.
Thanks Ryan!🤙
My friend! I need the sizes for the correct sockets to remove the pump bolts, I found 14mm or 9/16 is one, I think the ac compressor is the same, what about the rest? I couldn't find it in any of the ones I have. I'll let them soaked with PB Blaster overnight, some people scared me about some bolts can break. Tomorrow I'll go to Lowes to find the sockets but I need to know the sizes. Help please!!!!! Thanks always, you're the best!!!
I can’t remember off hand. Do you have a socket set or you only own a few individual sockets? PB Blaster is a good idea!
You’re welcome!
@@TheMinuteMasters I have several sockets through the years, but you always need the one you don't have. I just purchased a new SAE socket set but, it was raining all day and still non stop! lol, I'll let you know. Thanks for answering anyway!
@@TheMinuteMasters They are 5/8. I got the pump removed yesterday, now I need to install it. I was extremely careful to don't brake any bolts. I left the easier ones to the end, the 3 top ones, the last one broke when it was 3/4 thread out. I was lucky because I had enough thread to use a small pipe wrench and with a little heat from a propane torch and patience, I removed it. I purchased the LMR set for Bronco, Black Oxide coating, they are ultra expensive ($99) from ARP (at least for my pocket), to avoid broken bolts in the future. I already cleaned everything, today, I'll install the pump and then, flush the cooling system.
Good luck in Iowa man, that's got to be a culture shock for you
Thanks man!🤙 Actually, I’ve lived in rural states before and I rather like them.
Some water pumps comes with a rubber gasket. Does it really need that?
Like a rubber gasket instead of a fiber type like Fel Pro?
Soso what is the torque specs for the bolts for the fan screws?
Good question. I’m not entirely sure because I usually just estimate the tightness needed.
THANKS BUDDY. I NEEDED THIS INFO
You are most welcome Victor!🤙 Thanks for watching!
Solid video
Thanks man!🤣
This didn't help me. I was hoping there would be an easy way to get that one bolt out that is behind the A/C-power steering mounting bracket. You just jumped from the bracket being mounted to the bracket being removed.
The fan blades are spaced apart to prevent buffeting.....space to get to the bolts is just a byproduct of that engineering.
Gotcha. Good to know! Thanks for sharing Aaron!🤙
Sweet man for whatever reason I’m unsubscribed and havnt seen the last few vids. You have an awesome channel and have helped me out so many times. And now that i see this is pretty easy I’ll be doing it sooner rather than later.
Well I’m glad to have you back man!🤙 Thank you, I appreciate it!
Yeah, it’s actually not too bad to replace. Pretty straightforward. You can definitely do it.
@@TheMinuteMasters yeah you’ve given me lots of encouragement to get done. You make it look easy and show what needs to be shown and where stuff it.
@@micahfrye8885 Thanks man! I appreciate it!🤙 More often than not, most truck repairs look difficult but once you break them down, are pretty easy.
Just cut and dry. Thank you!
Good to know man!🤙 I appreciate it!
Having issues with two bolts don’t want to come off, is it possible to remove the timing cover while water pump still attached to timing cover and replace them both? And fix them both and not deal with broken bolts?
If the bolts fees through the water pump and timing cover, then they have to be removed. Have you tried heating up the bolts?
Yep like five or six times now concerned and not really sure best way to proceed, thanks though though I get your feed back thanks
@@TheMinuteMasters yes multiple times, no progress with it though, thanks
How long do you let the blue sealant dry before you can drive it?
To be honest I really didn’t give it very long. I think once I got everything bolted back together and all my tools cleaned up. I started the truck up so maybe it had 15 to 20 minutes to cure. Which is really all you need if you are using a gasket.
@@TheMinuteMasters ok, thanks for the reply
I mean dude you didn't even show how you took the bolts off! And you failed to warn people that these pumps tend to rust the bolts and basically weld themselves to the block. Mostly the two sides. Please show work it would be appreciated.
I didn’t used to show me actually doing the work. My newer videos do.
Are you having a hard time getting those bolts out? Honestly, all I used was an impact gun and they came out no problem. Some did look better than others.
Bro he’s not obligated to show you the work if you have an issue with it then why won’t you do a video explaining that. This guy got me fixing my truck no problem. People be petty sometimes.
Great video just asking if you also know if or I heard it’s best to change the fan clutch as well ?
Thanks man!🤙 It’s not a bad idea to replace the fan clutch too. A bad fan clutch can destroy a water pump.
I ordered the pump and fan clutch as a set from Rock Auto. $45 for the pump from Autozone, I got the pump and clutch for $60 plus $10 frieght
Doing mine tomorrow
Did you use a stubby impact to remove the pump bolts? I am replacing my water pump this Sunday. I am scared of breaking bolts.
I actually used my full sized impact. I didn’t own my stubby then. So you can definitely use a stubby and be fine.🤙
@@TheMinuteMasters Thank you!
OMG! One bolt broke on the water pump (not your fault). 3 weeks later, my truck is running again. The top passenger side bolt was so corroded, the bolt broke and I had to cut the timing chain cover. Ford does not make the timing chain cover anymore. All of the China aftermarket covers do not fit correctly. Summit Racing sells one from Mexico that is good to go. I learned a lot from this project. I enjoyed driving my truck today after putting it back together for the third time (the new water pump had issues, go figure, #2 was good).
During this project, I replaced the harmonic balancer, the fan clutch, and all of the gaskets involved with Fel-Pro gaskets.
@@drcazeddog Damn! You’ve experienced it all and you’ve survived!🤙 It’s such a great feeling being able to drive a truck you but back together.
Thanks for the update man!🤙
Forget this I’m paying someone to do it 😂 I usually welcome mechanical issues but 😳🤨🤨🤨🤨🤨🤨🤨🤨🤨
It’s actually not that bad on these old trucks, especially when you don’t have to do it in 17° temperatures. Lol
Damn, Stevie,.. Didn't that get replaced when you pulled your engine out? I just adjusted my shift rod under the truck but haven't tested it yet.
Unfortunately, I didn’t replace the water pump when I pulled the engine. That decision definitely came back to bite me.
Nice! Hopefully you will be able to get her moving.
I was thinking the same 🤦♂️
will the process work on a 95 f250?
I don’t see why not, especially If it’s. 351/5.8 engine.
whats the part number for the gasket i cant seem to find it on there website
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do you have to retime your engine after replacing the water pump
Nope you should be good to go.
@@TheMinuteMasters awesome thanks a ton. all your knowledge and information is super helpful
@@randysgut3214 you’re welcome! Thanks!
Felpro? This You're first Duralast WP? J/k. They always fail in a few years on me.
Yup Felpro. Well hopefully this is a good Duralast. Lol
what blue gasket sealant
I’m probably referring to a Perma tax product.
Did you use any RTV between the pump and the block?
Good question. I think I used a little around the bolts.
I appreciate the reply doing one myself this weekend
Could you be kind enough to get a measurement of the thru bolt on the power steering
Do you need to know the length of the bolt that holds the power steering bracket or the bolt that holds the AC compressor to the power steering bracket?
The thru bolt that holds the water pump that goes thru the ac compressor bracket
@@eddysoto3184 Gotcha. Are you missing yours? That’s a special bolt because it has the extra long stud on it to support the power steering pump bracket.
@@TheMinuteMasters I just broke this bold, the long steel bolt that runs through the AC bracket that goes into the aluminum head. Where can I get these bolds. I hope my stud extractor works :(
My fan went into my radiator on my 96 F-150 5.0
Like spun off and drilled into your radiator?
Hi Steve now do you are in Des moins Iowa you can work on my truck lol I love your work 👍👍
Hahaha! I may have to start some truck meets or something!
Just curious is this an i6 or a v8?
V8 302
Ok thanks cause I have an i6 that needs the same repair but this was still a help in the right direction
Awesome! Thank you!
No problem man!🤙 Thanks for watching!
Good video! Thanks!
Thanks man!🤙
Great video! About to do it😩
Thanks Jay!🤙 You’ll be fine man! Good luck!
Where did you get your oil pump from ?
I bought this water pump from auto zone. My oil pump is original.
Can you list a link or part number or something for each part?
I bought this water pump and gasket from an O’Reilly’s. So, I don’t have a part number available for you. Are you trying to buy these parts online?
@@TheMinuteMasters Yes, I'm buying off of Rock Auto. Which i trust, just wanna make sure its the right one for sure because I saw a video that said some of the water pumps are different and spin clockwise while others spin counterclockwise or something...I was like well uhhh now I'm confused.
@@SebastianTheodore I’ve never heard of that before. They only spin in the direction the serpentine belt goes. So if it goes backwards then the serpentine belt is installed incorrectly.
@@SebastianTheodore , some boat engines turn the opposite direction. There are "marine" versions of parts.
so your living in Iowa now? Is that going to be permanent?
Yup! I got a new job as a project engineer. I think my wife and I are here to stay.🤙
He did not show his work
At this point in my channel, I never showed the work actually being done. I have a tripod now.
Anyhow, what do you need to know?
It is my van by the way lol
As long as the engines are the same, the procedure should be the same or at least very similar.
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To cold for an Alabama guy !
Yup! Definitely colder than Alabama! Lol
Oh I didn’t Know you from Alabama you-going to like it here I promise
@@MartinRamirez-oe8kl I’m from Pennsylvania, but I’ve been down south a couple of time. Definitely warmer than PA and IA.
I already love Iowa! They sell alcohol at gas stations!🤙
@@TheMinuteMasters lol 😂 I didn’ see Who it was from Alabama I was thinking it was you stive yes Iowa is good
Yea that's a big move! Get to Michigan look me up!
Hey idk if you will see this but i lived with a crack head that was trying to start a flooring bussiness he had the 1995 ford e250 van checked out professionally an they said we needed to get a new transmission and water pump he took apart water pump an wont put it back together can you write me back an tell me where the bolts go i really need my car off hus property he said he is moving an will have it towed
What engine do you have? If you have a 5.0 or 5.8 the engine, you can watch my video on how to replace a water pump. It should be all the same except for maybe a few differences with accessories.
This video should work for you.
Which bolts do you need to know specifically?
Why in hell did Ford design the original backing plate to have valleys? Designed to fail!?!!!!
No idea!