That's where the Chrysler Sebring Coupe comes in. And while you're not on a budget in the strict sense, you'd still like to get out the door for under $25,000. So you're willing to give up a little in the road-burning department in return for comfort. Sure, you want a car that will hustle in a pinch, give you a little rush when you're out on the twisties and make your heart go tweet-tweet when it's just lounging around in the driveway.īut you're not willing to accept a buckboard ride or skimp on backseat-legroom for your kin. Timing belt and timing belt tensioner by adjusting tensionĪccessory drive belts by adjusting tensionIf you're in the market for a mid-sized sporty coupe, there's a good chance that you're open to compromise. New O-ring on the water inlet pipe by wetting it with water Water pump by separating it from the water inlet pipe Timing belt covers, in this order: upper left, upper right and lower covers Right engine mount by safely supporting the engine This should align all timing marks on the crankshaft sprocket and both camshaft sprockets. To help assure proper alignment at assembly, it may be helpful to set the engine at Top Dead Center (TDC) on No. This procedure requires removing the engine timing belt and the auto-tensioner. The ground cable is equipped with an insulator grommet which should be placed on the stud to prevent the negative battery cable from accidentally grounding. Disconnect the negative battery cable from the left shock tower. Timing belt covers must be removed to access the timing belt.Ģ. The water pump is driven by the timing belt which must be removed to service the water pump. These pipes also have connections for thermostat bypass and heater return coolant hoses. The 2.5L engine uses metal piping beyond the lower radiator hose to route coolant to the suction side of the water pump, located in the -V- of the cylinder banks. The water pump bolts directly to the engine block using a gasket for pump-to-block sealing. Start the engine and verify proper operation. Fill and bleed the engine cooling system.Ĥ. Remove the floor jack and engine block from underneath the engine.ģ. Water pump and torque the pump-to-engine bolts to 20 ft. Wet the O-ring with water to make installation easier DO NOT use oil or grease.įit the pump inlet opening over the water pipe and press the assembly together to force the pipe into the water pump. Inspect the pump for damage or cracks, signs of coolant leakage at the vent and excessive looseness or rough turning bearing. Exploded view of the water pump mounting-2.5L engineġ. Support the engine and remove the right engine mountįig. This operation must only be performed on a cold engine.Īccessory drive belts and crankshaft damper Disconnect battery negative cable from remote negative terminal on shock tower and properly isolate to prevent accidental reconnection. Before servicing the vehicle, refer to the Precautions section.Ģ. This should align all timing marks on the crankshaft sprocket and both camshaft sprockets.ġ. Set the engine at Top Dead Center (TDC) on the No.
This procedure requires removing the timing belt and auto-tensioner. There were several options, and this is an involved project. That is why it needs removed.Īs far as directions, I need to know exactly what size engine is in the car. The water pump is driven by the timing belt.