that's cool.
Well, I replaced the pump and also did the thermostat while I had the coolant drained. Car runs much cooler now. On the Highway it was right between the O&R of normal verses the being between the A&L.
For those that search later.
To get the old pump out without having to remove anything else this is what to do. Just as the Haynes manual said turn it around backwards. That would be to turn the impeller away from the block and face the "pulley" end towards the opening. Then slide the pump down between the crank pulley and the A/C pulley. You will then have to work it around until it comes out. This involes pulling it towards the wheel well and doing some twisting. No need to remove the crank pulley or power steering pump as is commonly suggested. Although these would work as well.
I also might have found a reason why replacement pumps go out so fast. When you install the pulley back on to the pump make sure that you have it alligned properly. It was very easy to have it installed where it "wobbles". In other words it was not aligned in the Z axis. Take your time and spin the pulley before you re-install the serp belt. Then be careful to apply equal force across all three screws. This will hopefully prevent the bearings going bad in this pump.
BTW I called a local dealer who did my timing belt and replaced this pump before during that operation. They wanted about $310.00 to replace the pump including 80 bucks for the pump itself. I did it my self for about 70 bucks including the pump, thermostat with gasket, new coolant, and a 10mm offset wrench I needed to remove the pulley.
Thanks to those who posted help and those that had before that I searched.
Jon
