Water pump change.
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Water pump change.
I'm changing the water pump and noticed the OE doesn't have any silicone sealant or gasket? Any thoughts? Additionally the antifreeze is pink or red. The cap says it's special. Can I get some insight. 98 C5
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From: Dear Karma, I have a list of people you missed.
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2. Yes, see #1.
3. Normal. Dex-Cool. Use it.
4. Use distilled water. Use caution tightening WP bolts; torque to spec. Be sure to carefully remove all of the old paper gasket material.
HTH
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Well that wasn't so bad. The most difficult part was getting the old gasket off. I replaced the tensioners too.
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From: Dear Karma, I have a list of people you missed.
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Personally, I like to fill the coolant reservoir up to just below the "cross hatch" bars you see when you remove the cap. I'd rather be guilty of a little too much coolant, than too little. I've had no problem whatsoever in doing so.
