How to Replace Engine Water Pump 2008-2016 Chevrolet Cruze

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[@thetayz72]

Heroic of you to make a very in-depth, no fluff, no omissions tutorial. Major props to you

[@ObadiahTeleo]

I can't thank you enough for this very excellent tutorial video. The dealer wanted twelve hundred dollars to do this. Saved my daughter a lot of money. Thank you, again.

[@bryan23361]

For future viewers: This is the 1.4T EcoTec engine. When you perform this replacement, take the time to replace the accessory belt and tensioner. It is advised that you also replace the thermostat housing and water outlet with aftermarket aluminum versions, and change the internal thermostat in the housing with a lower-temp version - the replacement internal thermostat is found in the thermostat housing for a Cadillac ELR and a Chevy Volt 2011-2014, part number 55593035, manufactured by Dorman. The stock thermostat is rated to open at 220°F, the replacement is rated at 176°F. Studies have shown that the engine operating temp has minimal effects on emissions and efficiency, so this change is not detrimental to the operation of the vehicle. It may be possible to increase oil life with this change, as the operating temperatures will be lower. It may also be possible to increase engine performance due to reduced cylinder temperatures and predetonation chance, as well as reducing the heat transfer from the radiator to the stock intercooler. These changes will drastically improve the life of the 1.4T LUV engine by reducing operating temps and overheating conditions. The stock thermostat operates within 20°F of high-temp warnings from the coolant temperature sensors. Save yourself the potential failure by doing these upgrades. And change the oil every 3000 miles! Tiny oil passages everywhere in this engine will get gummed up by old dirty oil. It only takes 4.25qt - that's just over a gallon - and it will deteriorate quickly because of the high heat, the turbo temperatures, and the small oil capacity. You will keep the engine healthy for hundreds of thousands of miles. Thermostat replacement information courtesy of CruiseCruze over at CruzeTalk. Look for their thread on the replacement for more observational information.

[@MontyJ804]

I really appreciate you making this video. My local Chevy dealer was going to charge me $1400 for the pump and labor. I found the pump at Autozone for $90 and a new belt for $25. I still can't figure out how labor added another $1300+. I will be attempting to tackle this on my own.

[@santanacantu4892]

Thank you! Seriously! I was stressing trying to find someone to help me and then decided to do it my own, read your comments, watched your video and loved it! Watched it again and took it step by step, but seriously thank you! Thank you Thank you THANK YOU🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽 I Am Subscribed

[@AbidKhan-us3gb]

U r the best my guy u saved me alot of money and also made me mechanic 😂

[@MegaPancakesFTW]

God this saved me a boat load of money, best tutorial I could find.

[@Snouthunter]

3 or 4 dabs of blue gasket maker to hold that gasket on the pump makes this easier.

[@varunrana8037]

I really appreciate the video, man i can never believe that i just did it by myself with a friend today, got saved some money, thank you

[@bentutuska8817]

What are the torque values for the engine mount? Do you need to use new torque to yield bolts for the engine mount? if so what are the part numbers for the 3 engine side attachment and the 5 other bolts an 1 nut on the wheel well side.

[@GlenCarr-v3y]

The Cruze only started in 2011. So any other car with this engine may have different mounting hardware, hoses and air box position.

[@titanicsauce2152]

Excellent instructional video.

[@thepick5663]

What is the diameter of the hose used to drain the fluid from the radiator?

[@davidtomlinson5333]

Thanks!

[@Kil23Joy]

After watching this I’ve decided to send to to the shop to have it replaced

[@AraceaeFanatics]

This is a really good time to upgrade the thermostat to the aluminum replacement and eliminating another fail prone plastic coolant part. All of the plastic coolant parts on the engine have affordable aluminum replacements. We had to do them all recently, as each of them had developed cracks and warping over the years. Nearing 80,000 miles, it was a great decision.

[@TRQ]

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[@amireliad]

Do you need to use gasket maker silicone in addition to the gasket?

[@m1mdunne]

So thankful for this video!

[@1Patient]

Good Video. I like your Torque wrenches and your impacts 👍 Thanks for sharing.

[@aleija76]

My 2013's radiator valve is accessible from the top of the hood area. No need to remove the wheel and all of the plastic pieces. This job is nearly identical to replacing the alternator. Only messier, though due to the antifreeze

[@MR.BBking352]

Actually watch the video and did it my time thanks buddy save me alout of money

[@varunrana8037]

And in the last, i did reset my car because after replacing with a new water pump , my car was behaving wierd😂, the fan was constantly running but then i did reset my car taking out negative of the battery and plug it in again , which make the things go back normal again

[@willnone9977]

Thanks for the video! You dont have to drain the radiator fluid first?

[@trentdaddydolla647]

That was the first thing he did 😂

[@three3days4grace5]

Thanks for putting this together. Very through.

[@Steve-Z68]

Professional job. Respect!

[@garyrigard]

what size drain tube do you use to fit on the radiator petcock fitting?

[@G-G41]

What is the best brand to go with for the water pump? 2012 Cruze and I’m overthinking it

[@amiranda9103]

Excellent video! Thank yoooooouuuuuuu!

[@TRQ]

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[@patrick_kyker]

Why did he take the lower covers off?

[@codeyclarke6849]

Don’t you have to bleed the system after everything is changed ? Or is that an older model Cruze

[@BigRigRich]

What would a person expect to pay an independent repair shop to do this repair?

[@Nitro_Foundry]

Thank you so much for this. 🙏🏼

[@TRQ]

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[@donvergas908]

My engine rattles more then it did now, any suggestions on that?

[@BigRigRich]

What are the signs that the water pump and thermostat is bad? A Freind of mines car is going thru a lot of coolant, but we don’t see any leaking on the ground. The oil doesn’t look milky. So we are not sure where the water is going.

[@jbenedict967]

different engines offered, you should put displacement in title😢

[@mikemonteforte9726]

No gasket glue on the gasket

[@AnythingAuto]

do NOT reuse those bolts. they are one time use bolts

[@tywonpool]

F for failure. So many mistakes. Not only did you not replace the 6 torque to yield motor mount bolts but you forgot the 2 torque to yield water pump bolts. After the initial 71 inch pound tightening sequence you need to do a final 30 degree torque with the replaced torque to yield bolts. This one will leak eventually bc of this mistake. Also, why in the world did you remove the fender liner? Or take the air box apart? The hose attaching to t stat housing is much easier after removing pump. Surprised at this poor workmanship from TRQ

[@davidtomlinson5333]

Thanks!