Contour Enthusiasts Group Archives Forums Modifications Zetec Performance Where is the H20 Pump located??

come down and change mine, i'll give you $5.

$15, but you also have to install a UDP.

Having just bought a contour, then having the water pump go out, it is a fun job.

The easiest way to get to it is to go in through the top side of the engine, and work your way down. You do have to go in through the fender well and remove the small cover from in front of the crankshaft pulley.

Parts that have to be pulled...

intake plenum on top of throttle body
upper brace (large U shaped)
coolant tank
motor mount
idler pulley
waterpump pulley (makes it easier to get out)
all three timing belt covers
crankshaft pulley (to remove lower timing belt cover)
timing belt
power steering pump (don't have to disconnect lines, just move it aside) (makes it easier to get to lower radiator hose if you pull it, you don't have to, but, prepare for busted knuckles)


I believe I covered it all, it's about a four hour job. A little more, a little less, depends on how mechanically inclined you are and if you have all the proper tools.

Hope this helps.

Beazulbub
'97 Contour
No MODS yet, just bought it. Soon though.

doesn't sound toooo bad. do u have to remove the starter to get the crank pulley off? i'm gonna install UDP and h2o pump at same time next year, kill two birds with one big bullet.

Nope, don't have to pull the starter. Starter should be on the other end of the engine with the flywheel.

Beaz
'97 Contour
No MOD's yet, but soon though.

ok, there was something that may or may not need pulling to change crank pulley. can't remember now.