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Old Jun 14, 2006 | 06:40 PM
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Default Torq spec for water pump

Title says it all am changing water pump and need to know torq spec for water pump bolts....Thanks
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Old Jun 14, 2006 | 06:45 PM
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From memory, I think it's 37 lbft, but I don't have my manual here now. Someone will jump in here with the number I'm sure.
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My 00 shop manual shows:

11 ftlbs 1st pass
22 ftlbs 2nd pass

I'm not sure about an 03, but I'd bet it's the same.

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Originally Posted by Bob K
My 00 shop manual shows:

11 ftlbs 1st pass
22 ftlbs 2nd pass

I'm not sure about an 03, but I'd bet it's the same.

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