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sparkling3usus
09-22-06, 10:33 PM
Hi guys,

Ive been searching the threads on replacing the water pump on my on my 1994 sls. But i can't seem to find anything on how to,,,hehe....I have the tool but now i need some quick instructions.

Ranger
09-22-06, 10:39 PM
Drain the system.
Remove the drive belt.
Remove the cover.
Use the tool to remove the pump. Remember it is cam locked not threaded so it will only take 1/8 - 1//4 turn to loosen it. Remove clockwise and install counter clockwise. Also I believe that the locking tabs need to be indexed a certain way, so take a close look at the tab positions as it is removed and install the new one the same way.

Mountie
09-22-06, 11:46 PM
Also about the waterpump......

DO NOT over tighten, when you install counter-clockwise! The tabs will flaten out, and spin passed the stops! ( A breaker bar is usually used on the special socket, and the leverage may make it "easy" to use too much muscle)

Also Cadillac recomends you use a good grease behind the pump @ the tabs, so your pump doesn't corrode / rust at the seating-tab area.

sparkling3usus
09-23-06, 07:15 AM
Great!! Thank you, I will be tackling it on sunday..:00 wish me luck..