View Full Version : How hard is it to change a water pump on a 99 Tahoe?


kna4977
11-24-2006, 10:48 PM
My water pump needs to be changed as it is leaking and making noise. Is this something I should do myself or have someone else do? If I should do it myself, does anyone have any tips? thanks

Grande Rojo
11-25-2006, 08:39 AM
If it has the 5.7 its real easy. What motor is it??

kna4977
11-25-2006, 09:24 AM
It's the 5.7

Big Block
11-27-2006, 08:56 PM
Does it have the original radiator hoses and water pump bypass hoses? Now might be a good time to change them. The bottom radiator hose clamp is a little tricky. Its pretty tight down there.

kaycee
11-27-2006, 10:31 PM
Seperating the fan from the pump can be a pain allso, I used a oil filter strap wrench to hold the pulley and then broke the nut loose.

bcj67chevy
11-28-2006, 10:27 AM
They do make a fan clutch tool that can be rented that makes it a lot easier to take the clutch off. After you get the clutch off its a breeze.