[s-cars] Pump replacement - any tricks?

[Theodore Chen]

--- chris chambers <fastscirocco_2000 at yahoo.com> wrote:
> I have found a good write up on teh headlight washer pump, so I am
> confident there. The after run coolant pump looks easy to replace, I am
> wondering if I will lose much coolant? I am planning on clamping the
> hoses with vise grips to minimize coolant loss, and a simple remove and
> replace of the pump after that.

that's what i did, and no, you won't lose much coolant in the process.
maybe 1/4 cup.

don't overtighten the clamps when you put the hose back on.  the
nipples are plastic and crack fairly easily.

-teddy


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