How To Replace The Water Pump on a 2009,2010,2011,2012 Chevy Traverse,Acadia,Enclave,Outlook

[@SF-fm7ov]

Great Video. No nonsense, no loud music, good quality video and audio. My mechanic says 5 hour job ($850), but I think it might take 2 hours or so. I am not sure how long it would have taken you without the videoing. Funny how so many videos differ in accessing and removing a water pump.

[@johnjubert8572]

great video about to do that job myself on a 2013 and the fact that you showed the bottom was great beccause i saw the top removal of same part and to much was taken off

[@dennislis4207]

Thank You! The video came out just before I replaced my water pump in my 2012 GMC Acadia. The only trouble I had was getting the gasket in place. I ended up resting the gasket (metal with silicone center that came with the AC Delco water pump) on the engine and was able to hold the water pump and start the bottom bolt. I also had trouble getting the (2) top bolts started, but I reached up my left hand through the opening at the top of the wheel well and hold the ratchet while I worked it with my right hand. Your tips were very good, like removing the fender bracket so you can look and reach through to get the top bolts. I only needed a deep 10mm and a small ratchet. I agree with you after watching other videos that going through the fender well was the easiest way. I used the same water pump you used. The GMC Dealer wanted $517.00 dollars and I did it for $145.00. You saved me a lot of money, thanks again.

[@BryanWojciechowski]

My water pump just went this past week on a 2011 Traverse, so I'm pretty thankful this video exists. A lot better than the $555 the dealership quoted me for this repair!

[@jcampbell191]

Really great job on the presentation of your video on the water pump, just found a large stain on the garage floor under our 2011 Buick Enclave yesterday and was sure what my next job was on the car. I love it when a video gets to the point there are a lot of backyard wrenchers who seem to thing they have to cuss and drink and play metal head music in the background. They should watch your "done right" videos. Also great idea on using Amazon for parts, that hit me like a hammer and a real DUH moment, well 68 years old and still learning, so thanks so much for the help. Yooper Jim Oh ya our Buick dealership quoted $600.00 plus on this job NOT

[@kontra]

God Bless you! i have to do this exact same repair and even though i have the manual, after looking at different videos to help it only made things more daunting. But after many searches, God blessed me to find yours! All doubt to fix this vehicle myself are erased!! I can't thank you enough! If you have a donate button i would send some of my savings to you. This is right on time as God always is! absolutely superb video.

[@SSLFamilyDad]

+kontra wow, that means a lot! Good luck with your repairs and let me know if you have any questions!

[@BenjasUberHobby]

Great repair video! Thank you for sharing! I remember replacing a water pump on a 73 plymouth satellite with a 318 v8 when i was a teen. One week later the bearings went out on the new pump. I was not happy but I did the work again. I never had to replace the water pump again :) I was very proud of myself as was my mom. The issue with this water pump was everything was attached to it. So many spacers. It was such a pain :) Glad to see you did not have to take to much off to get to it :) I like to see videos like this even though I am not able to work on my cars anymore.

[@SSLFamilyDad]

+Benja's Uber 1337 Hobby oh man, I would be so mad if I had to repair the pump twice!

[@BenjasUberHobby]

Good to know that :) I was like 14 or 15 at the time. I did not understand that these things happen so times. The worst part was it was brand new right out of the box. Not a junk yard or rebuilt one :)

[@shonieb290]

Great video, have me the confidence to complete the job on my 2010 equinox. Now I'm finna search for the video on the thermostat! Thank so much!

[@76erat]

Thanks for the video. I just replaced the water pump on a 2012 Equinox 3.0. Just a few hints for anyone attempting this repair. Idid the repair from the top, not underneath like this video. After removing the air filter box, You have to support the engine and remove a motor mount. It only took 6 bolts and 2 nuts to be removed to gain very easy access to the water pump. The most difficult part of the repair was getting the serpentine back on. From start to finish, it took about 5 hours and saved $500+. Anyone with a floor jack and basic tools can complete this repair. Only thing I had to buy was a $12 inch-pound torque wrench from Harbor Freight.

[@highontelevision3235]

Dude thank you so much for this video I didn't think I could do it myself until I watched your video it was not an easy job to do but I got it done thanks to you and watching your video it gave me the confidence to get it done not only did I do the water pump but I also had to do the thermostat so I watch your other video as well thank you again man

[@guitarsmoke666]

Awesome video, I gonna replace a water pump today, thank you for making this video. It’s a big help.

[@senorialequizio7688]

Hey SSLFamilyDad - great videos! Thanks! Got a 2009 Traverse a month ago and you are giving me the confidence to DIY the water pump & thermostat. Also thanks to you I know where the so called Harmonic balancer is.

[@jonnymireles4113]

This vid was very helpful with my Buick Enclave, but with my Enclave it made it much easier to pull the entire headlight unit out to get clear access to the top water pump bolts for reassembly!

[@grandpanorton5785]

Fantastic video dude. Mine is leaking right now. I really appreciate you sharing this! 👍👍

[@realtalkwithreese9331]

Thank you soooooo much for sharing this. I don't know how much you saved me but I'm sure it had to be over $400. Your video made it fairly a breeze. I left the belt on for the most part and just removed it from the tensioner and pump itself. I also, had to pull it out from the top because I couldn't get it from the bottom. Great video!!!

[@iveryperkinssr6063]

10:10

[@dexterjames40]

Thank you for a very informative video.......true step by step instructions. keep up the good work

[@rigobertohernandez4173]

Thanks for this video, very interesting and easy to replace this water pump.

[@polomontana1]

I think you’re right about a leaky water pump on these cars. My water pump seems to be leaking cause I do have to put coolant in the reservoir every so often and I smell coolant. Thanks for the video I did change thermostat and serpentine belt the other day.

[@TheThroatchop]

Thank you so much for making this video! Really helped me out. Great info and good explanation

[@Kennethlittledeer]

THANK YOU SIR GREAT JOB NOW I KNOW HOW TO GET IT DONE

[@IWTFBKMT]

Excellent video and step by step explanation, thank you sir.

[@vernonslav]

Where did you put the link to the parts you bought? Thank you very much for the video.

[@Datn9neja931]

Nice video! I have to try this tomorrow!

[@jd5179]

Acadia, enclave and traverse - all lambda platform are all POS. I have 2010 Enclave -- 4 safety recalls. Replaced power steering pump 3x. Coolant leaking in water pump . Valve body of tranny has been replaced . AC condenser was replaced . Now it's a ticking time bomb for wave plate issues . And yeah looks like my timing chain was stretched as well - there is aloss of power when you hit the gas pedal cruising 65 mph. I have to schedule an appointment to stealership . All scheduled maintenance are done by dealership. The reason that this POS is still with me because I purchased extended warranty but will expiring on December of this year. BTW all issues happened before 50K mileage .

[@alfonsonavarro1042]

Do you recommend to also replace the thermostat even tough it may not be the main issue?

[@PsychoFisho]

Very good tips, thank you!

[@datdude4832]

It looks beautiful outside for 30 degree weather

[@danhamakua9757]

Good video.It looks like you have a heated garage by the way you were dressed.. . I just replaced the water pump on my Austin Healey and it was in a tight place too.

[@SSLFamilyDad]

Well luckily it has been so warm here for Michigan in November but it is not heated yet. I am getting a wood stove soon and going to put it in the corner. The garage is detached so I can finally have a wood stove in my garage!

[@raenichols2048]

Did you use like a permatex or the old Indian head glue to apply the gasket or the water pump

[@phillipnorthup6322]

Be warned- the bolts that they sent with the AC DELCO water pump from amazon was about 1/8th inch too long, looked like they should have worked but leaked like a sieve. removed them one by one and installed the old bolts. check before you get into it too deep- this truck sucks to work on and that water pump is real biznitch. Thanks for the video- was awesome and got me moving the right direction.

[@SSLFamilyDad]

+Phillip Northup that is strange, the one I linked in the description had the exact correct bolt size. Glad the video helped you out!

[@ih8phx]

Thank you for the great videos. Just an FYI. I compared prices between rockauto.com and amazon and even with shipping rockauto was still a little cheaper than amazon.

[@christopheradams4498]

This is exactly what I needed! Thanks

[@SSLFamilyDad]

+Christopher Adams glad it helped you out!

[@donjr22]

Just had to replace mine yesterday on my 2007 Saturn Outlook. GM Dealer told me that the 13091 recall expired in 2017.

[@boomg62]

it help me a lot thx.on ever thing u did in the video

[@bum408]

Great video👍

[@PedroMartinez-kn9gf]

Thank you the video help me very good

[@timmaple2571]

Thanks for the video it help 😁👊

[@hassanbourobira4874]

Exelent thank you for your time

[@daruis441bryant8]

Very useful video

[@angelojones2739]

Video was very helpful. Do you recommend changing the thermostat as well?

[@SSLFamilyDad]

yes, I also did a separate video on that.

[@FaTeRUBICON]

Good video, helped a lot. Thanks

[@nickmartinez2321]

I just had my water pump replaced on a 13 terrain and the cabin smells like exhaust. Does the exhaust manifold come off during the water pump replacement? Thanks

[@SynysterGoose]

Nice video man

[@luisxalteno5860]

Would a small leak cause temperature fluctuations every now n them? Or should I replace the thermostat? Obviously I'm gonna have to replace te pump to take care of the leak

[@wesleyduffield6619]

Good video, great information. How long does the waterpump replacement take?

[@autowill99]

Wes Duffield I need to know that also.

[@MrBosehund]

Wes Duffield I was working on it about 5 hours due to the difficulty to reach in...

[@dougshackles8146]

Great video

[@richardwagoner1225]

What procedure did you use for torquing the water pump bolts? The revised procedure in the TSB seems a bit intimidating ...

[@brianweston4671]

Unless there were big changes from the ‘09 to the ‘11, there is absolutely no way to wiggle it out the bottom as you say. I was able to send it out the back and reach over the engine and pull it out over the top. Put it in that way too and it it went in pretty easy. Other than working around the wires that choke that area, it was the only way.

[@russhall1097]

I had to place a wood block against the crankshaft pulley and pry the engine slighly away from the frame member, then the pump would come out. Same thing putting in the new one. The engine will move a bit with pressure. Also, when installing the new belt stick a wood block against your wrench to keep off the tension. This allows positioning exactly the belt on each pulley.

[@Mash333]

Did you replace the thermostat?

[@zwknhmr]

I have the same problem with my 2012 Acadia with 108,000 miles. I called the Chevy dealer about the free repair and they don't anything about it. Any suggestions? Great video the way.

[@SSLFamilyDad]

+zwknhmr interesting, might be specific to traverse or my year but if the dealer told you no, not much you can do

[@MarkSmith-js2pu]

My 2012 with 111000 miles is in the shop as I type this with a water pump leaking from the center shaft also. I’m paying about 1000 and getting the flush, belt and thermostat as well. I used to do all of this for pay on mid to late 70’s cars, but not today, 65 years old and my tools are lost or obsolete. Just wanted to see how they are doing it today. My new car warranty at the dealer expired at 100,000 miles.

[@chepa424]

Great video, ,,thanks for your help

[@blackmacgyver9965]

This is a great repair video

[@juliofenixpecas]

Friend here is Julio do Brasil. I have an Omega 3.6 (commodore vz) with Alloytec engine. Same as yours ... However I have some problems with it, I am new to leak radiator fluid behind the engine, the liquid comes from the front of the engine over the block and below the heads and will fall the back next to the transmission. I already touched that water supply nozzle, and the water pump was changed before this problem, so I thought it might be the new faulty pump. What do you think ?

[@SSLFamilyDad]

+Julio César Cardoso sounds like you have a bad gasket somewhere, follow all the water hoses and as a last resort pull the head and check the head gasket

[@johnbriscoejr9738]

I watched your other video (Thermostat Replacement) and awesome video, thank you. I have a question if you are changing the thermostat, in 2010 Traverse because message said "Engine Hot Turn AC Off," are saying you must change water pump too?

[@SSLFamilyDad]

+john briscoe, jr not necessarily, mine was leaking so I had to change it

[@Sokolowskis]

Watched videos, and started with Thermostat. Heard pump hissing. Video 2, now onto water pump as well. Not really sure which one went out first. But I think it was thermostat and the over heating caused water pump to break the seal and leak. It was a VERY small leak. Videos are great and exact! NO SURPRISES when making the change of parts. Good hints too.

[@TUNEMAN2100]

great video!!

[@tyronespellman1968]

Hey, wondering while you're working on the front end do you know how to fix the hatch on a 2008 Saturn Outlook? Other videos have said to look for a latch of some sort inside the door but mine doesn't have it, I've half cut the door open and nothing. Just wondering if you have any idea?

[@streetshow8866]

I have a 2009 chevrolet traverse I need to replace my water pump also . I heard these cost alot of money to repair

[@tommagyar5831]

Great video thank you! So I've read that there is a very specific torque pattern and other requirements to make sure the blots are tight...to the yield point. Did you do anything like that? Or just tighten them as much as you could? Looks near impossible to get a torque wrench in there. I'll be doing this next weekend. Coolant smell in cab and coolant on ground:(. Thanks again! Oh and thanks for the Amazon link to the fasteners and tool!

[@SSLFamilyDad]

I did not torque anything down using a torque wrench, I can't imagine you could get one in there. I just tightened them as much as I could and did it in a cross pattern similar as you would do with a tire or anything like this where it needs to seal evenly.

[@raymondj7588]

I have a 2009 Acadia- will I really be able to remove the pump from the bottom? I keep getting conflicting info....thx

[@SSLFamilyDad]

Yes

[@raymondj7588]

@@SSLFamilyDad Yes - I can confirm- dropped out with no issues at all :) Pump did have a very slow drip for the first 10 mins or so but that seems to have cleared up- I'm guessing that was the seal setting up? I'm unable to see the weep hole once the pully is on so not sure where the initial drip came from but it was directly under the pump. After a test drive and a long park no more drips so I'm not going to worry about it for now. Thanks again for the help.

[@godovermoney1124]

it CAN BE DONE but with great difficulty. GO FROM THE TOP. it's way easier

[@barefoot.comfort]

Hi SSL, do you know how I can remove the water feed tube from the equinox? I need to replae the o-ring because water is leaking from the tube to the water pump. Thanks!

[@marcjurowicz5366]

Nice job...Thank you!

[@christianmontalvo7957]

how long it takes to do that

[@lunv2000]

When you removed the wheel well, did you remove the brake disc & suspension?

[@scottgarmon4865]

It wouldn’t help to remove the balancer out of the way? I’m about to do this job tomorrow and i’ll report back and let y’all know if it helps.

[@PAYTON4334]

you mentioned getting your pump replaced from the dealership if under 120000 miles. I couldn't find anything on a recall for it. is there some information you could give me to get it replaced for free?

[@SSLFamilyDad]

+Payton L just can your dealer, give them the vin and see if it qualifies

[@alantorchia6674]

So mine went at 101000 miles. Drove it at night to the dealer, leaking all over and overheating. Got a call next morning bad water pump, missed the warranty by 1000 miles. Charged me $750, but ended up paying $850, because my cabin air filter "needed to be replaced" and my throttle body "needed to be cleaned". I don't trust dealers. Here I am now at 110000 miles. Check engine light just went on. Code says thermostat. No heat inside and temp doesn't go up or stay up. Now I have to replace my thermostat. I just called the dealer and asked why they charged me $100 for insignificant maintenance items, but they didn't change the thermostat. No answer. I hate this vehicle.

[@MarkSmith-js2pu]

Alan Torchia , I have the same car. Same thing happened, you can change cabin air filter your and put in a better one that you can clean for 40 bucks, I got mine at Autozone. The throttle body on these engines gets oil seepage, I have had to have mine cleaned out twice. It’s common and not a rip out diagnosis. I’ve seen the pictures. The last time, shop said they had a better gasket which will hopefully stop this from happening again. They gave me a 50000 mile warranty on that. Good luck

[@roberthavens3088]

How long does it take

[@Dizioblue69]

Thanks for the video. I just have a question though, you fast forwarded the part where you put the gasket on the water pump or was it not necessary?

[@SSLFamilyDad]

If I remember correctly it came with a new gasket and I used the new one. It just lines up with the bolt holes as you put it in place

[@markpritchard5425]

SSLFamilyDad do you have to use any silicone or gasket sealer when your replacing the pump?

[@SSLFamilyDad]

I did not but that is a preference I suppose. Some people use a gasket sealer but it shouldn't be needed

[@markpritchard5425]

SSLFamilyDad thank you

[@Ricardo-RAC]

@@SSLFamilyDadwas your gasket paper or metal with silicone?

[@halotiuluave8557]

I have captiva and it die but had a noise for about couple days and im sure is the waterpump and car just stop?

[@madrcdad7677]

good video i have the same model....Q. do you have a video how to replace the steering Gear.

[@SSLFamilyDad]

sorry, haven't had to do that yet

[@madrcdad7677]

thank you for reply ..... hopefully you post one soon..

[@angelf9800]

Question Are all the bolts the same size

[@russhall1097]

Yes, the four in pulley are same size, and six in water pump are longer but all same size. 10 mm

[@dnegel9546]

I cannot figure out how you managed to flip the water pump in such a tight space. In trying to pry the engine to the right a little for more room but nothing. I'm stuck at removing the pump.

[@SSLFamilyDad]

It is a bit like that puzzle toy with the two metal rings that you have to get apart, it will come out you just have to keep working at it

[@dnegel9546]

@@SSLFamilyDad oh I finally got it. I didn't see there was a gap in between the AC line or heater line. Once I got the plate in that gap I managed to flip it. Still took me a while. But I got the pump replaced. I never figured out how you got it out tho. I ended up prying the engine away to give me some room and the pump fell out. Same to put the new one back in. Thanks for the vid tho. Very useful.

[@dnegel9546]

Update: 2yrs later my valuecraft water pump failed. Getting my new pump out and back in was rather easy and without prying on the engine. Hardest part this time was putting the water pump seal on without damaging it. And also i could not fit a ratchet on the tensioner. Had to use a pry bar.

[@snookupfishing8612]

real good vid!!!

[@MikeHunt-ix2xy]

I've got to do this on my wife's pos traverse this weekend

[@noorblooch9876]

tanks dear

[@pasruk1]

Do you use any glue on the water pump and the gasket?

[@sharynallen2188]

Does rpm have anything to do with the overheating of a 2010 gmc acadia it seems that as I accelerate the rpm does not go beyond 1.5 But temp gauge for overheating raises to 250 whyyyy??? Have spent so much money on repairs that seem to be common in All GMC vehicles

[@edmundrodriguez8282]

I have 2009 Saturn outlook do I need a water pump wrench? Rock auto suggesting I get one.

[@SSLFamilyDad]

+Edmund Rodriguez not sure what that would even be?

[@itsmeforsure5475]

Excellent video, but use a torque wrench when putting the new one on.

[@terrysmith8119]

great video. sure beats taking out the entire engine like on some Ford and Maxda 6"s . A water pump replacement costs thousands.

[@autowill99]

I've had this car 2 months and I think I need a new water pump. it overheats. how long did this take you?

[@SSLFamilyDad]

+Auto Will a couple of hours

[@autowill99]

SSLFamilyDad how much do you think a shop would charge me?

[@SSLFamilyDad]

+Auto Will probably $400+

[@autowill99]

SSLFamilyDad ok I have a 2011 chevy traverse also. coolant is full but overheats. what do you think is the problem?

[@ronniecronniec2615]

Auto Will fans..thermostat..blocked radiator..could be multiple things

[@Camilavillegas41]

What side is the water pump driver side or passenger

[@juancamacho817]

Do recommend AC Delco OEM versus AC Delco Professional?

[@SSLFamilyDad]

+Juan Camacho I would have to look that up, I normally just buy oem though

[@juancamacho817]

SSLFamilyDad Thanks for the information and video.

[@juancamacho817]

My son and I replaced the water pump, serpentine belt, and thermostat on a 2011 GMC Acadia this past weekend. Your videos help us a lot. We had to take out the old water pump through the top of engine (no biggie) and bring in the new one through there too. Took us one day to replace all three items, but it was well worth it. Thank again for all your tips!

[@AngelGarcia-iq7sp]

Is this 4 or 6 cylinder

[@godovermoney1124]

WAY EASIER TO DO IT FROM THE TOP !!! trust me please on this one. i learned the HARD way.

[@toddmoore79]

The old one slid out fairly easily but I can't seem to get the new one to slide back in. What's the trick to getting it to slide into place? I've tried turning a bunch of different ways.

[@SSLFamilyDad]

well, it isn't easy but if you angle it in there the same way the old one came out it should fit fine. Sorry I can't offer much more help than that, just keep wiggling and trying different orientations, you'll get it.

[@205004gs]

Good job:)

[@tonymoreland7359]

? Did u have to use water pump tool to stop the timing chain from moving

[@SSLFamilyDad]

I did not

[@Coronelac]

So is the process different for the 2008 model?

[@SSLFamilyDad]

I believe the process is the same or very similar for that year but I cannot confirm that 100%

[@Coronelac]

Gotcha, a shop close to home quoted me $900+ He said he had to remove the timing cover, I'm not sure if I should believe him.

[@SSLFamilyDad]

+Mau Coronel that is how most mechanics are trained to do that repair. Take the engine out and fix it.

[@Coronelac]

Ahh, I see. Is the water pump tied to the engine timing? I just had someone install the water pump for me but I now have an advanced timing trouble code; also, the traction control system is flashing at me.

[@SSLFamilyDad]

+Mau Coronel water pump is not tied to timing, could be something else got damaged or did not get plugged back in. They may have lifted the engine to get it out

[@Ron-h4l]

How do you flush cooling system on a 3.6 motor you have video on that.

[@streetking5003]

john1240able I need to know how to bleed the cooling system do you know

[@robertf3613]

How many miles until fail water pump and gasket? I have same problem.

[@MarkSmith-js2pu]

Robert F mine went 111,000 miles

[@halotiuluave8557]

Did your car stop cos waterpump not working?

[@paulduncan5140]

Its easier to do it from the top. Underhood fuse box comes off in 3 pieces. Jack up motor with block of wood. Pull motor mount and bracket, pull belt. Bingo. Way more room to work.

[@PAYTON4334]

quick question, I'm putting the new seal in on the pump. do you use any silicone gasket lube? also my seal doesn't have a sticky side. Did yours?

[@SSLFamilyDad]

+Payton L no sealant, no sticky side. You are ok to just put it on

[@buzzsawncgo2751]

Well done on the video. Even the simplest task can be daunting when you don't know where to start. I find the newer cars much harder to deal with than the ones I grew up with particularly with all of the shielding that hampers direct access. If you don't mind I would suggest two things that might make tasks of this nature easier. One- check out a web site called rockauto.com I don't know whether they are cheaper than what you are using but it would be worth a look. I use them regularly. Two- if you have a compressor or are willing to invest in one, you can drop $20.00 at your friendly Harbor Freight for an air powered ratchet. I can't imagine how I ever got along without one.

[@SSLFamilyDad]

+buzzsaw ncgo you are right on with the air ratchet I have that very high on the list of tools I want! Yes, there is an actual list:)

[@loganparvis1647]

Is this the same for a 2010 malibu?

[@SSLFamilyDad]

I am not sure on that but if it looks similar under the hood then the process is also probably similar.

[@scottg5274]

Is this the same on a equinox year 2011?

[@SSLFamilyDad]

+scott g should be, yes

[@scottg5274]

You didn't show using the tool that keeps it in time while your changing it. Does your vehicle not need that?

[@scottg5274]

I noticed your's did not have a gear,my does because mine runs off the timing gears

[@brianmef71]

scott g - It's the water pump pulley. Not the crankshaft pulley.

[@scottg5274]

My water pump works off the timing gears it does not have a pulley or run off a belt.

[@MichaelCornish-s3k]

Having a time trying to get new pump up in there. Nobody is showing that. Why??

[@FarrellNusz]

Don’t forget to use distilled water not tap water

[@cfsnipa]

Ive tried every absolute way to get the pump out of the bottom am I missing anything??

[@melindagloe561]

What model/year vehicle were you working on?

[@cfsnipa]

This was a 2010 chevy traverse v6. I ended up removing the top mount and pulling it out that way. ITt was also easier to get a tool down in there to get the old gasket out as well.

[@HMGRWN420]

what about the gasket