
Fig. 145: Old Gasket & Water Pump Sealing
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
1. Install the water pump and NEW gaskets.
2. Install the water pump bolts.
NOTE:
DO NOT use cooling system seal tabs, or similar compounds, unless
otherwise instructed. The use of cooling system seal tabs, or similar
compounds, may restrict coolant flow through the passages of the cooling
system or the engine components. Restricted coolant flow may cause
engine overheating and/or damage to the cooling system or the engine
components/assembly.
IMPORTANT: All gasket surfaces should be free of oil or other foreign material during
assembly.
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
2004 Chevrolet Corvette
2004 ENGINE PERFORMANCE Engine Mechanical (Repair Instructions 3 Of 3) - 5.7L - Corvette
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