2003 Nissan 2.5L Water Pump Replacement -Fixing it Forward

In many ways you could call this Part 3 of the Nissan Timing Chain Series. Here's a link to those 2 videos to get you caught up.
Nissan 2.5L Timing Chain Replacement (Part 1): • Nissan 2.5L Timing Cha...
Nissan 2.5L Timing Chain Replacement (Part 2): • Nissan 2.5L Timing Cha...
Just for the heck of it, here's a link to the Full/Extended Version of the Timing Chain Replacement Video: www.ericthecarg...
So in this episode we not only replace the water pump, but also the valve cover. As you'll see in the video, things don't quite go as planned. So please watch the entire video before you start firing off comments. You might end up looking like an idiot if you don't.
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First video in this series: Jerry Hall's 2003 Nissan Sentra SE-R Fixing it Forward Project -Fixing it Forward: • Jerry Hall's 2003 Niss...
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[@DANIELSOADSK8]

Eric this yesterday morning I fixed up the brakes on a 2004 chevy aveo for one of my neighbors, a single mother with 2 kids, I did it for free all she paid for was the parts. I got super into cars after watching your videos and fixing my own truck. I have saved a lot of money and have fixed a few peoples cars now for free or not much money at all, I enjoy doing it and thank you for the amazing videos and insipiring many people like myself to fix it forward.

[@ericthecarguy]

+Daniel Hernandez Keep up the great work Daniel. Thanks for your comment.

[@MasonBeast2000]

"The power of vice compels you" I love that man. Sometimes I just listen to your videos, especially your etcg1 videos Edit: "I'm making electricity. It's shocking" that's stuff keeps me comin back my friend haha

[@NebukedNezzer]

I admire the patience you have with fixing this thing. Got to be a bit trying to keep a positive attitude.

[@ericthecarguy]

+NebukedNezzer Some days are harder than others, but attitude helps. Thanks for the comment.

[@RobertFLuc]

Wow!! I'm guessing a majority of subscribers/viewers are DIY'ers. This is what we aspire to be able to do - but I think this type of repair separates a real mechanic from a DIY 'er. Eric, you have to be proud about this repair - almost an automotive Herculean task. This takes real mechanical talent/training/knowledge.

[@ericthecarguy]

+Robert F. Luc Thanks man.

[@logmegadeth72]

Gotta love that feeling of accomplishment after doing a ton of work on a car and starting it for the first time. :)

[@Wtrxprs007able]

Then seeing it do the same problem again after you tried fix it xD

[@ericthecarguy]

+David F. Yes indeed.

[@daveogarf]

ERIC! I, for one, LOVE the "Ess-ee-ARRRRRR!" bit. Yeah, I know it could get old, but when you say it, it feels fresh every time. And this car has been such a PITA (not the Middle Eastern bread), that any humour involved with fixing it forward seems warranted and justified - just to keep your sanity.Please keep up the great work!

[@ericthecarguy]

+daveogarf I've worked on worse. Remember Barbara's van? How about this one. kzbin.info/www/bejne/q6e8eGVpeJ1jgZI

[@wheelerdealer7098]

I have watched all of the eric the car guy videos....most more than once and the old ones are much more informative than the new ones... my personal opinion but I believe that's why he has such a following.

[@charging7]

the camera work on the new ones is far better though

[@daisymouri2302]

On the next FIF you should trash the original car and help fix a used one. I've never seen so many cars that weren't worth the time and money. I guess that's why the show is so great! You got stuck with three of the ugliest dance partners in the county and didn't flinch! You're a great man and much appreciated.

[@fowvee]

I just checked the Dorman part number that was listed here for the valve cover and they have changed the design of that part. That's just crazy how something that appears so insignificant can cause such trouble. Unfortunately, prices have doubled over the years and even buying wholesale, the Nissan part is twice the price. And by the way, Dorman is the ONLY aftermarket supplier that doesn't provide the cover with a PCV valve. They never cease to amaze.

[@Tigerfire75]

Eric they give you what you want and special treatment because you are a celebrity.

[@TheBrokenLife]

That was actually the most reasonable series of repairs I've seen done to this car in terms of labor.

[@EDDIEGARAGE]

No "Days of Our Life" drama mechanic, filming excellent, editing excellent, mechanic excellent all well done and easy to learn thanks very much.

[@m2hmghb]

I love your fixing it forward series Eric. Always a great thing to watch when I'm having a crappy day. Thanks Eric.

[@ericthecarguy]

+m2hmghb Thanks for the comment.

[@josephtucci3666]

Man I was so glad that noise was not your fault!!! Best of luck and keep them coming .

[@ericthecarguy]

+Joseph Tucci Yea, me too.

[@mauricioperalta1979]

I have learned washing your videos, making my auto repair much easier and save me a tonelada of

[@wysetech2000]

Nice job, Eric. I had the same problem with an aftermarket valve cover on a Nissan about a year ago. You would think that such an obvious problem would have been addressed by Dorman by now.

[@SMK_Mehmet]

Really great videos. I start watching and say to myself I ll never watch all of it, it ll be too long but I end up still watching the full length. Entertaining stuff my mate Eric :)

[@Rounds174]

This car is a prefect example of how awesome it is that you are doing this. That engine sounds like a peach and the owner wasn't sure if they should even keep it.

[@ericthecarguy]

+Chris Gelder Thank you! It does indeed sound nice.

[@frankmo27]

hi Eric, Great show! Most youtube videos make it look easy. This video, this car has shown the true colors of what being a technician is about. Its not about nice brand name tools but, about brains, muscle, and patience. Keep up the good videos, helping folks in need. Thank you.

[@dennyrachmansyah8183]

thanks for the video Eric, your channel is one of those channel where you come to learn and experience. again, thank you Eric :) (not a native English speaker sorry)

[@timothyhorton136]

I'm about to replace the valve cover on my wife's '05 Altima and was really worried b/c I bought the Dorman valve cover, similar to the one you had issues with here. I'm glad I watched this video b/c I looked over my part and it looks like Dorman has revised their design (at least on this one) and the front oil return tube has been narrowed down closer to factory spec!

[@ericthecarguy]

+Timothy Horton Reading that is mission accomplished to me. The whole purpose of doing these videos is to help people in situations just like yours. Thanks very much for your comment.

[@BikerJim74]

I always watch these videos from start to finish. Great stuff

[@ericthecarguy]

+Biker Jim Thank you! Your viewership is appreciated.

[@Techhead777]

This video helped me. A swivel ratchet was definitely a must! The process was very similar for the Altima that has the same size engine. Thank you Eric!

[@reel_images]

Awesome videos Eric, i watched all three. The timming chain replacement and waterpump. Great job on narration and camera/editing. I like that you leave in your little mistakes and show the troubleshooting through it. It gives us newbies hope. I drive a 2005 nissan altima and really want to do this timming and gasket replacement. I'm tempted too do this, i really need a hoist. You're awesome man.

[@dwoodog]

Great video. I like the way you didnt edit out the bad part just to make it look like everything went smooth. I guess the only other thing you could have done was clean out the throttle body. Keep these awesome videos coming.

[@asquaredtheking]

clean out the throttle body on a drive by wire Nissan? not unless you want to do the pedal dance too fix the idle. sometimes it can even damage the throttle body and it needs replaced.

[@ericthecarguy]

+dwoodog Glad you liked the video. Thanks for the comment.

[@75hdfxe]

Best series yet. Great information. Very impressed with this little Nissan engine running so good with 250K miles.

[@keithkennedy9065]

yet another reason to keep up oil changes..good video eric

[@isaiahjones711]

Came across your videos for a few cars over the years.. awesome guide obviously especially the product rep ahha making it!! Happy wrenching brother

[@hughwetherall]

Well done! what a head ache. I felt relief when you put the factory valve cover on and engine was running smooth. Again great job Eric.........

[@KaptainSpaulding]

Watching this video make me feel great about contributing to fixing it forward. Great work Eric.

[@SteveRobReviews]

Eric I have given up on aftermarket parts. Especially dorman, they have lost all credibility as an alternative to OEM parts as a cost saving and have become an added expense in trying their low cost low quality parts. Nice vid, 👍👍

[@zackfraser8924]

I got a master cylinder from them in December,and it's already leaking around the bottom of the reservoir.

[@SteveRobReviews]

+Zack Fraser I wouldn't say everything they make is bad but it seems on KZbin repair channels their not getting any praise. LOL

[@TheBrokenLife]

+STEVE ROB There are exceptions to every rule. The Dorman Jeep 4.0 exhaust manifold is pretty much the only way to go. The OE manifolds are garbage and the Dorman design is much better.

[@josephjones2535]

I purchased dorman lug nuts for alloy rims and the caps fell off within several days. After a year the chrome is about gone. Now I need to replace again. No savings with dorman lugnuts.

[@SteveRobReviews]

+Joseph Jones interesting you say that, I had a fellow ask me to change his winter tires to summers on his Acura and the lug nuts are recessed into the rim. Well after just one winter the chrome caps had swollen up with rust so bad I couldn't get a socket on them. What a nightmare chiseling them out and guess what lugs nuts he bought. LOL

[@SoulJah876]

Awesome video. I didn't even realize how long I've been watching.

[@ericthecarguy]

+SoulJah876 The best kind of complement. Thanks.

[@HerrLavett]

another friday-night-family-is-sleeping relaxing video. thank you.

[@ericthecarguy]

+Björn Nyblad Glad to be of service. Thanks for the comment.

[@keithkennedy9065]

never knew that oil becomes acidic and can actually attack engine parts..great info eric .keep up the good work

[@TheTruth4313]

+keith kennedy This is one of the main reasons you don't want to go past 6-months to a year on an oil change even if you're under mileage. Google "TBN TAN oil acidity".

[@keithkennedy9065]

+TheTruth4313 ccol thanks..ill check it outt

[@TheBrokenLife]

+keith kennedy It's worth mentioning that synthetics are far less prone to becoming acidic, but your filter will break down internally after about a year anyhow. So if you have a summer vehicle or something an annual oil change is wise regardless of mileage or the oil used.

[@ericthecarguy]

+keith kennedy Yea, it gets nasty. Oil companies work very hard to prevent that stuff with the additive packages though. kzbin.info/www/bejne/fInUnIKQdtCLkNk

[@newls1]

you are a GREAT mechanic sir, and i appreciate what you do

[@ericthecarguy]

+newls1 Thank You!

[@RobertKohut]

Along with the timing chain this job was a "huge deal" for sure. Great video x 3! Had me worried when the "tappet" noise (valve cover) was there.

[@mathy210]

awesome vid eric just changed my cam cover last week my pcv valve was built in to the cover cost me £300 deal part came with oil cap and all gaskets happy days

[@ericthecarguy]

+eraysha white Thank you!

[@donald1056]

That head flashlight help out a lot - found the bad valve cover - good job!!

[@farerse]

exciting episode! that valve cover really messed things up..

[@ericthecarguy]

+farerse Indeed it did. But that's how it goes sometimes.

[@carbonatom6838]

I have to Imagine that the guys who make the car diy shows on cable TV watch your show here and wish they were as cool as you man.

[@ericthecarguy]

+Brian Genter Thanks for that. TV is a whole different ball game.

[@gsxellence]

Nissan stil stresses me out. I like them but the maintenance is so random lol great job Eric :) ( I still love coming back to this video)

[@jasonyoung6420]

As a Subaru owner, OEM parts all the way, even OEM fluids because the 5mt & heater core are picky (aside from the rotella T6). Water pump is behind the timing belt so it's a "while you are in there" item too. whenever installing fasteners into plastic, I use a torque wrench, maybe overkill/over cautious, but worth the piece of mind. I love those hi-viz sockets btw.

[@Rotttman]

Great Friday afternoon movie with a beer

[@RattleBoxMedia]

Nothing better than new parts!

[@bc67]

Total props for this job. What a pro!

[@cfook]

Great as ever Eric, but the fix on the MAF trunking was just fine with good quality electrical tape. When you added the fabric tape it just made the whole thing solid and just likely to split it again, or at the ends when the thing is actually running.

[@BobPegram]

+cfook Have to say I agree. The trunking is not made like an accordion for looks, the engine rocks back and forth and the other end is from the body. The best thing I can think of is a special electrical tape that bonds to itself, either over time or with heat applied (memory fails me here). Wrap it around twice and you should be good.

[@daveogarf]

Eric... Just linked to the Montana video below, and... OH MY CRAP, sir! If Anything qualifies as Lebanese flatbread, that does! First time I've/we've EVER heard you lose your cool on a project - and I, for one, completely sympathize! GOL DAING!I do remember Barbara's van - and yes, that was another PITA. I'd forgotten to remember that... (?)THANKS for the link, and for the vicarious ride through Frustrationland!

[@decafam3410]

RRRRRRRR for the win! - Nice job as usual Eric

[@ericthecarguy]

+DeCapito Family Thank you!

[@Dcs-Brasil]

I love this channel! Really was a big scare that noise in the engine!

[@February54]

+Marco77acv DCS Brasil You have to think "It sounds like the valves. Did I mess around with the valves? No. Was there a noise before I started? No. What did I do last that made the noise happen? Valve cover." By the power of deduction you'll know that it's not a big of a deal as it looks :)

[@Dcs-Brasil]

+February i AM happy Eric found The problem.

[@ericthecarguy]

+Marco77acv DCS Brasil Yea, I wasn't happy about that either. Thanks for the comment.

[@bobbybentley8136]

these are the best shade tree videos everrrrrrrr

[@TJC450]

Seeing that aftermarket part fail reminds me how much I prefer OEM parts.

[@logmegadeth72]

+TJC450 as if OEM parts are impervious to failure. ;)

[@logmegadeth72]

***** Fair enough, but that's the thing with aftermarket parts. There's such a large variance in quality from aftermarket manufacturers, some are better than OEM, some are complete garbage.

[@eugenedeschamps164]

think about it if our buy OEM all the time and you car buy the time all those year go buy i rather aftermarket i gets expensive and if you go the dealer it cost 120 an hour for a mechanic that can do the same job buy the end of that it gets expensive it probably be the original price of the car for OEM and sometime there is problems with oem that the aftermarket part fixes.

[@GodWasAnAlien]

Anything having to do with a hydraulic system I've always found its better to go get the highest rated brand from the dealer...i.e. master/slave cylinders, pumps... etc

[@mconley600]

I’ve worked dealerships Toyota Hyundai Kia and Subaru Toyota and Subaru are very picky with aftermarket parts always get better quality and longevity with OEM esp with Toyota

[@strongbow549]

The power of vice compels you!!!!!!

[@YiannisPagonis]

Bravo Eric.You did it.But aftermarket items are not always good!

[@jetjazz05]

29:30 - Hey Eric, I would recommend 3M Linerless Electrical Rubber Tape in applications like that. It's pretty great stuff, it's like electrical tape, but instead of having adhesive on one side the rubber the tape is made out of, when slightly stretched, actually fuses to itself (and never comes apart). If you wrap it tight around something it's almost like a huge heat shrink tube, it would be perfect in this situation with no worries of oil or grime making it come loose over the years. What you did is fine by the way, but I just wanted to bring up the linerless tape because it's great.

[@ericthecarguy]

+Jesse Crandle I did use 3M tape. Good stuff. That said, I'm ordering a new part to replace it with along with the lower control arm.

[@TheDrunkardHu]

Awesome video Eric! Very informative and entertaining, as always!

[@darkbyte2005]

i love the suspense of turning the engine over for the first time.. It was a major film cliff hanger..

[@klc317]

dorman = 0, Eric = 1

[@richardquinones2959]

Eric the car looks like it's never been serviced and that was funny the power of Christ compels you LOL

[@skalmanaberg]

Eric, excellent video as always! :) You should really get yourself an exhaust extraction system to evacuate all the fumes and keep a bit more of the heat in your shop :)

[@BloodScatter]

Great video, Eric! Still, I can't wait to see more of the Fairmont! :)

[@ericthecarguy]

+BloodScatter I can't wait to get started on it. Going to buy some engine parts next, the start building the diff when Brian is back in action later this month.

[@bobit8742]

another great video from ETCG!

[@bobbybentley8136]

I love you eric

[@ericthecarguy]

+Bobby Bentley I love you too.

[@kiskja7]

+EricTheCarGuy hey eric :-)

[@Mystickneon]

+Bobby Bentley Love...... exciting and new...

[@bobbybentley8136]

+Mystickneon the love bolt lol

[@Mystickneon]

Bobby Bentley "soon we'll be using a rivet gun.... the love bolt... penetrating oil for everyone..."

[@PresidentGuevara]

You're amazing at your craft Eric..

[@thecockysucker6578]

Great work Eric !

[@s0nnyburnett]

Parts so cheap even the car rejected it. If I heard a noise like that my heart would *SINK*. It craves delicious, Genuine, OEM parts.

[@leeverink32]

that may be but what if oem is more that 100 dollars more expensive? if an experienced mechanic sais it's good im good with it

[@doc7amod]

You have done so much for this car, cool Eric.. Cool

[@recordedclips8888]

Good mechanic Eric you know your stuff

[@ericthecarguy]

+recordedclips8888 Thank you!

[@templarjay]

well done, Eric! Keep up the great work!

[@ericthecarguy]

+TheTallJS Thank you!

[@fidankrasnic2580]

You have a big heart Eric love from sweden

[@demenagementspeedy]

Eric you are the best....

[@Clearanceman2]

That Amsoil is going to start cleaning out that varnish pretty quickly. Probably important to change it relatively often the first few oil changes. Like 3000-4000 miles, instead of the 12000 like it looks like it was probably changed.

[@February54]

+Clearanceman2 I think that varnish is from the owner forgetting about a regular oil change and going in at 8-10k haha

[@Clearanceman2]

Yeah, that was my point. Amsoil being high end synthetic oil, it's going to start cleaning that stuff out. Friend neglected oil changes so I put Wally World full synthetic and a good oil filter. 3 weeks later, the oil is already black. And it will be like that the next several oil changes at least. Valvoline maxlife full synthetic really seems to clean out even more. Just got to watch and not overwhelm the oil filter.

[@TheBrokenLife]

+Clearanceman2 The bigger problem, in my experience, is that the synthetic is going to clean all of the sludge out that was sealing the oil in. Anything I've ever seen that was more than a few years old and then switched to synthetic started leaking within a few months. Synthetic since new or synthetic never is my opinion.

[@ericthecarguy]

+Clearanceman2 Not necessary and also expensive in my opinion. Even with conventional oil you can go 4-5K.

[@Clearanceman2]

Probably right. I just keep my cars forever, one has 297,000 the other 255,000 so I do whatever I can to extend the life. For the average driver I'm sure it makes no difference. But I would say that car's oil in the video could have been changed more often.

[@drmikeosgood]

What would that sort of repair cost without your contributions ? How many hours off tape did you spend to reach the end point before sweet sounding engine was attained ? Great job !

[@zx8401ztv]

Smashing job Eric, a happy engine again :-D . Bloody rubbish rockerbox cover copy, that was a fright. Nissan were being mean, they could have sold the sparkplug tube seals. And the air gator, well it wont bankrupt the owner to buy a new one. Shocking alternator lol, so bad, its good lol.

[@inspirality]

+zx8401ztv It looked like the gaiter was part of the moulding...Bad design I think, or just a way for Nissan to make more money from their car owners?

[@zx8401ztv]

+inspirality When i say gaiter, i mean the air tube. The seals may be part of the rockerbox cover, but i cant see it really. Its still a bit mean to make someone buy a whole rockerbox cover just for some poxey seals ;-(

[@allimkhan7540]

I love this channel !!!!!!!!!!!

[@oldirtydave22]

Before you even put that aftermarket one on I was like you should always go oem with nissan I use to have issues with aftermarket coil packs as soon as I bought the oem ones boom purring like a kitten. You do great work but I would of never put that aftermarket timing kit on either!

[@Azqui00]

YAY Finally a new one !!! Thank you ETCG

[@ericthecarguy]

+Aaron Quine New ones every Friday. Thanks for the comment.

[@kansasbeals]

Hey Eric, love your videos. That random piece you found looks like a hold down bracket for an Optima battery. Just thought I'd throw that out there.

[@stacysaintfort9544]

totally love watching your video 😊

[@infinity3jif]

my fucking heart dropped when i heard the horrible ticking noise, first startup after a job like this is always stressful

[@Riptides99]

+trigga ville - The noise surprised me as well, sounded like she was royally pooched. But when he discovered the reason why, I wasn't surprised at all. Every Dorman part I've ever bolted onto an engine or used on a vehicle, I've had to replace.

[@AndrewHeinrich1612]

The power of vice compels you!

[@talaminia]

Also, good job man that thing runs smooth. , I had a 2002 Sentra but mine was just the SE with the 1.8L. Very good cars.

[@ericthecarguy]

+Ciscodude Thank you.

[@babykilla1231]

Good old "buy cheap, buy twice!" with that valve cover, haha. It seems like "things didn't go as planned..." Should be the motto for Fixing it Forward.

[@malmangelucci]

My pump is leaking out of the weep hole. Think I could get away with just a gasket or is there internal seal damage? 2000 Altima with 156k miles. Thanks for all your videos!

[@justinp8946]

Great job Eric!

[@PABU427]

Great video... Did you address the evap code or did i miss it?

[@commodore665]

making electricity , funny over there Eric . It's the reason why I avoid after market parts as well , in regards to the valve cover problem , might cost a little more but the genuine l parts are always the better option .

[@TheBrokenLife]

+commodore665 Not always. The aftermarket often addresses manufacturer design flaws long before the OEs get to it. The best thing to do is research what the best option is before making a purchase.

[@ericthecarguy]

+commodore665 I agree. kzbin.info/www/bejne/rXSVfo2EjpZ8m5o

[@laohantun7404]

Wooh...Love your special tools......so much easier.

[@sillydog2476]

My vision sucks, but those sockets look great and easy to see the sizes. What is the brand of them?

[@TheMehMan]

Sounds smooooootttthhhh! Great work!

[@ericthecarguy]

+RollingJunk It is. Very smooth in fact. Thanks for the comment.

[@EternalyRandom]

OEM for the win!

[@smc9764]

I've used the Dorman lower control arms for my G35 and Volvo and they are pretty reliable. But, I would go OEM with certain electrical connectors, valve covers, and critical engine parts on Nissan/Infiniti's. Nissan really shafts you though when it comes to their valve covers. Some people use a hole saw and drill out old spark plug seals and then RTV in some replacement ones. It's worth a shot at least, since two new valve covers on my G35 will run about 500 bucks....

[@hrep14]

Thanks again for another great video very informative

[@marcosmiyasaki88]

what kind of gloves do you use in these videos? i notice that there not all torn up i cant ever use those rubber gloves becouse they rip when i try to loosen a bolt with a ratchet or are you useing a few of them at the same time ?

[@Mystickneon]

The irony is that you end up poking your eyes out with the stems of the safety glasses ;) Battery terminals with pliers? [cringe] Thanx for the vids, Eric!

[@ericthecarguy]

+Mystickneon Right!?

[@johnsmith-qz4bv]

great work eric...

[@brad3741]

There were a lot of problems with certain after market valve covers. Many often caused oil burning issues due to blocking the pathways to allow proper pcv function.

[@daveedmateo94]

Eric is it a good idea to put a bit of anti-seize on spark plugs?

[@TheBeerBox80]

I use NGK plugs on all my cars, the are definitely worth the money.

[@TheTruth4313]

+1

[@ericthecarguy]

+Tim Johnson I could not agree more.

[@skylinefever]

+Tim Johnson I like NGK plugs because they are usually easier to find than Denso plugs. Many Japanese car companies will have a note in the user's manual that reads like: Use this NGK part number or use this Denso part number. Also, I replace Autolite, Bosch, and Champion plugs without a problem. On newer GM cars, the ACdelco spark plug is often a NGK with different labels on them. Sometimes they are priced differently, so I get whatever is cheapest. I find it fascinating that after using Bosch for ages, VW and Audi used NGK plugs. They still use Bosch for most of their alternators, starters, and EFI components.

[@dandurst2075]

Agreed, sometimes OEM is the way to go. Just like rear main seals on most cars. Once I R&R'd a trans because of a non oem rear main. Once.

[@Viperman200221]

I had a 1990 Ford Probe with a cracked intake air hose. I tried the same fix, electrical and duct tape but after a few times driving it it started to suck the tape into the crack. It also had the vane airflow meter, which I'm sure takes more air force to move the door inside the sensor. Also having that tube cracked would cause it to die while in gear at a stoplight. Luckily my uncle owned a shop at the time and was able to get me a new hose at his price.

[@ericthecarguy]

+Viperman200221 I'm working on getting a new hose to install in a future episode along with a lower control arm.

[@Viperman200221]

+EricTheCarGuy Cool. And also OMG! Eric replied back, LOL.