First of all, I would like to thank you for giving me some re-assurance by doing the job myself. I could not afford the dealer price or even pepboys who quoted almost a thousand for the pump and two hoses. Secondly, I really didn’t need to remove the front passenger side tires as the entire job was done from the hood. I recommend replacing the water outlet seals as you did and the pump depending upon the miles that you have on your vehicle as preventative maintenance. The job took me about 3.5 hours not having all the easy tools as the shop techs do. The hardest part was slowly preparing the mating surfaces of the water pump.
Thanks man! Had my 08 Pontiac G6 GXP with the same 3.6L V6 apart last night to replace what I thought was a bad water pump. Water pump is fine, and the leak is above it. I think my problem is exactly like yours, with the outlet pipe gaskets.
09 GXP here, was losing my mind trying to find any information on the LY7 that could apply to me. Been dealing with this leak for well over 7 years now. So glad to find out it’s a $12 fix!
You are a saint. Probably saved me from buying a water pump I didn't need. I put UV tracer in mine and saw a pool sitting on top of the water pump, would have assumed it was seeping out the seal, but now I'm certain I have the same problem you had. *thank you*!
Thank you for the video- hard to find videos regarding this particular model. I love my Aura, the 3.6L is a great engine. Suspected water pump leaking coolant, will check out later this afternoon.
Great video. Unfortunately my Aura did need a water pump and your video explains perfectly what to do. Btw I rented a serpentin belt tool which easier to use than a breaker bar. Thanks for the advice!!
Saw your video, GREAT INFO. My Saturn Aura is leaking coolant, can you tell me what is the part number (OEM or Aftermarket) for both the gasket and the O'ring you replaced. Also, did you order it online or at the Dealership? do you have a link to purchase them? Thank You!
Ansi anxious co2. $10,000 spent for full EV overhaul. Simplified.Transmission to electric motor connection mount, Cam,and crank, engine sensors wired to transmission input,and output shaft sensors.2Plus 2 Throttle position sensor to control box.Some batteries.And UGO.
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Good video👍🏿
First of all, I would like to thank you for giving me some re-assurance by doing the job myself. I could not afford the dealer price or even pepboys who quoted almost a thousand for the pump and two hoses. Secondly, I really didn’t need to remove the front passenger side tires as the entire job was done from the hood. I recommend replacing the water outlet seals as you did and the pump depending upon the miles that you have on your vehicle as preventative maintenance. The job took me about 3.5 hours not having all the easy tools as the shop techs do. The hardest part was slowly preparing the mating surfaces of the water pump.
Cuban CigarMan thanks man....
Thanks man! Had my 08 Pontiac G6 GXP with the same 3.6L V6 apart last night to replace what I thought was a bad water pump. Water pump is fine, and the leak is above it. I think my problem is exactly like yours, with the outlet pipe gaskets.
09 GXP here, was losing my mind trying to find any information on the LY7 that could apply to me.
Been dealing with this leak for well over 7 years now.
So glad to find out it’s a $12 fix!
You are a saint. Probably saved me from buying a water pump I didn't need. I put UV tracer in mine and saw a pool sitting on top of the water pump, would have assumed it was seeping out the seal, but now I'm certain I have the same problem you had. *thank you*!
Tks Dude
Thank you for the video- hard to find videos regarding this particular model. I love my Aura, the 3.6L is a great engine. Suspected water pump leaking coolant, will check out later this afternoon.
Great video. Unfortunately my Aura did need a water pump and your video explains perfectly what to do. Btw I rented a serpentin belt tool which easier to use than a breaker bar. Thanks for the advice!!
Do I use gasket maker on the gasket
Saw your video, GREAT INFO. My Saturn Aura is leaking coolant, can you tell me what is the part number (OEM or Aftermarket) for both the gasket and the O'ring you replaced. Also, did you order it online or at the Dealership? do you have a link to purchase them? Thank You!
What are the torque specs on the bolts that were removed?
Its called the water outlet
I swapped my thermostat and replaced the coolant. Still having issues when its hot outside. What is the part number on that gasket?
Ansi anxious co2. $10,000 spent for full EV overhaul. Simplified.Transmission to electric motor connection mount, Cam,and crank, engine sensors wired to transmission input,and output shaft sensors.2Plus 2 Throttle position sensor to control box.Some batteries.And UGO.
Excellent video, good job on the explanation of the job. Thank you!
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