Part Description: 2002 Buick LeSabre Remanufactured Water Pumps
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Vehicle Fitment
2002 Buick LeSabre | All Trims | 6 Cyl 3.8L
FAQ for Water Pump Repair
Q: What's the recommended torque for the water pump pulley bolts?
A:
The recommended torque is 13 Nm (115-inch lbs.).
By Bob
GM Specialist
02/11/2022
Q: What's the recommended torque for the water pump mounting bolts?
A:
The recommended torque is 15 Nm (11 ft. lbs.) for the short bolts and 30 Nm (22 ft. lbs.) for the long bolts.
By Bob
GM Specialist
02/11/2022
FAQ for Other Repair Info
Q: What's the proper way to remove the upper tie bar?
A:
The proper way is to remove the headlamp/fascia panel support bracket fasteners, the headlamp/fascia panel support brackets, the Radiator support brackets, the air cleaner assembly, the upper tie bar fasteners, and the upper tie bar.
Q: How do you remove the electric cooling fan motor?
A:
You can remove the electric cooling fan, the fan blade retaining nut, the fan blade, the Cooling Fan Motor retaining screws, and the cooling fan motor.
Q: What's the removal procedure for the outlet radiator hose?
A:
The removal procedure is to drain the engine coolant, loosen and move the outlet Radiator Hose clamp at the radiator with the J 38185, remove the outlet radiator hose from the radiator, loosen and move the outlet radiator hose clamp at the engine with the J 38185, then remove the outlet radiator hose from the engine.