Ford 3.5L Water Pump (Explorer & Taurus) | Everything You Need To Know

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@cerrem1 Жыл бұрын

FYI: I have done this job many times, One thing I would recommend is to use ULTRA-BLACK gasket maker for the cover.. Made by Permatex.... Put in on the cover, then just finger tighten the bolts. Wait an hour then torque the bolts... If you torque the bolts immediately with ULTAR BLACK or plain RTV, just about all of it will squish out the side...could be inside or outside the cover...this will compromise the ability to properly seal oil..

@harrybalsonya5619 Жыл бұрын

Or you just use the TA-357 that Ford recommends and put it on the cover in the correct spot and never worry about a leak from the cover.

@cerrem1 Жыл бұрын

@@harrybalsonya5619 Seriously ?? Permatex actually exceed the TA-357 spec... FORD will always recommend using FORDS products $$$$$$... If FORD would recommend you also use their MOTORCRAFT Toilet paper, would you ???

@harrybalsonya5619 Жыл бұрын

@@cerrem1 loctite makes the ta-357 for motorcraft, simply remove the label and see. I have seen many types of sealants used on the covers, some don’t seal well and some make it all but impossible to remove the cover resulting in a broken cover but most of all because some sealants will cause oil foaming. As far as your application technique, the sealant is to be applied on the beveled edge of the cover NOT the machined surface. I would surmise that is why you get some much sealant squeezing out. I realize there’s many ways to do a job and a job this labor intensive I prefer to do it right the first time. The lesson is over, you may go now.

@cerrem1 Жыл бұрын

@@harrybalsonya5619 I use very sparingly and do not get squeeze out.. My engines do not leak oil...

@rayhorn7035 Жыл бұрын

Will changing the oil more often, help at all?

@zanewatson7926 19 күн бұрын

There is a second weep hole on that water pump that leaks under the intake. Just did this job on a 2007 Lincoln mkz with the 3.5, and it was leaking coolant through the weep hole in the valley down through the bellhousing.

@lmcollins_54 2 жыл бұрын

I am a retired US Marine. Besides being part of the worlds most elite fighting force in the world, I was also an automotive mechanic who usually worked on big heavy duty military trucks and tracked vehicles. I love to see it when young women and men, like you, get into the workforce as mechanics. In my younger days, I learned how to work on vehicles, build or upgrade homes, plumbing, electrical repairs, and so on. I am constantly amazed by the new generation of women and men who can’t either find an oil dipstick or replace a flat tire! The new generation of young people are very savvy when it comes to computer use and video games though. So sad, that it is really hard to find good quality mechanics anymore or people who want to learn that trade.

@ronliebermann 2 жыл бұрын

How long were you a Marine?

@lmcollins_54 2 жыл бұрын

@@ronliebermann 23 years, got out as a E8/MSGT

@FlyingWrenches13 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your service! Couldn’t agree with you more.

@Jaydogg2001 Жыл бұрын

Agree. Kids now aday🙄. I was working on a dirt floor when I was a kid fixing my cars. And when I was little I could never hold the flashlight right for my dad. I knew if I couldn’t see he couldn’t. Lol. Not sure how many times I blinded him.

@stephenkeener9565 Жыл бұрын

Thank you sir for your Service

@turboflush Жыл бұрын

Good advice. :) Was ford tech before all this came out. Performed this on my car. Wasn't to bad. Not easy job for a rookie or someone with no tools.

@monkeybolo4231 Жыл бұрын

Doing one of these on a edge at the moment, with the luxury of working at a shop and having access to lifts, I find it easier to just drop the motor out. Having the engine on a stand makes the rest of the job a lot easier

@TheTexican05 Жыл бұрын

Just diagnosed this on a friend's 2015 Taurus 3.5L SEL last night. Initially looked like just a failed radiator (coolant was present at bottom and rear of radiator core). Filled w/distilled H2O and pressure tested system: sure enough, her WP took a dive at 99k miles like an out of work boxer stuck under the thumb of the mob. The Toyota 3.5L is not a fun WP to do at all, but those are external and will not dump coolant into the oil when they fail. This Ford 3.5L WP design has to be one of the most thoughtless engineering moves in a long time... 🤡 🙈 👏 Than you, Flying Wrenches for putting this little vid together. 🍺

@repro7780 8 ай бұрын

My fun with Explorer's! 2013 Explorer Police - Water pump went. Ford dropped the entire front cradle to the floor and did it there. "while we're in there" also did the timing chain and guides. Traded in on my 2014, below. 2014 Explorer Sport - Timing job! "while we're in there", did the water pump and spark plugs. Ford again. Did all this without dropping the engine. Fun fun fun!

@markmeador Ай бұрын

For some reason Ford had an external water pump on their rear wheel drive vehicles using the 3.5 and 3.7 v6’s and an internal water pump on the front wheel drives. I own a 2013 Edge with 140,000 miles with no problems but I change my oil every 5,000. Miles with full synthetic and flush the radiator every 30,000 miles or 3 years, which ever comes first. It is a great car so far, I plan on keeping this car for over 200,000 miles. If the water pump fails, hopefully I catch it in time and I will repair it.

@drewmcconnaughay720 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing this video, I started doing my first one at the dealership today

@djmichaelyoung Жыл бұрын

About to replace the water pump on a 2013 Flex 3.5 Ecoboost. This is good insight! Thank you

@alanscott6241 2 жыл бұрын

Reminds me of the Dodge Intrepid with the 3.2? engine. When the pump goes junk it makes some yummy cappuccino in the oil pan. Huge job! Don't do them anymore. God bless you! Great video. Keep up the good work 👍🙏😎🇺🇸❤️

@FlyingWrenches13 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@tigerpride736 6 ай бұрын

The warranty saved me 4K... I normally do all of my car work but this was over my head

@user-zp7oi6op6t 2 ай бұрын

I’m so glad I saw this, I have the 3.7L in a 2015 Lincoln mks, it has 250k miles on it, noticing a little drop in coolant, nothing huge, but I bet this is the reason, I love the power of the engine so much I would hate to loose this car over a water pump

@rickruggieri7284 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent video, very informative. Next time I buy a Ford it will be an F-150 or an Expedition with the external water pump!

@jakeharrison2128 Жыл бұрын

My 2016 started to leak at 80,000 miles it's in the shop now. Luckily I bought the extended warranty specifically for this repair.

@billrimmer5596 2 жыл бұрын

Thank u for your excellent vids!! I watch them all

@FlyingWrenches13 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Happy to hear you enjoy them.

@guitarismike9 Жыл бұрын

130k and my 2017 Explorer started leaking coolant. From the water pump. Gonna cost around $2,300 at the dealership. Gonna add on a few extras since we are digging in there already. Seems like everything you’re saying checks out. Thx for the information!

@hearmonheardjr8065 Жыл бұрын

That’s what I paid.

@kevinleeburns Жыл бұрын

Ole….I’m here for the ole. I love it!! Great video too!

@garypollack6948 2 жыл бұрын

Just sold a 2010 ford edge 3.5...original water pump at 198k miles. One of the best vehicles I've owned, very few issues

@mph5896 Жыл бұрын

They are NOT fun to work on. Engine is pretty tight in there. The Explorer platform gives MUCH more room for service.

@hairpunut Жыл бұрын

Explorer would last if you changed the oil with synethic and actually changed your coolant. They usually fail because the coolant becomes acidic after awhile as well as the oil. And it wears the shaft bearing down or the seal wears. If you just don't maintence you'll get alot more life from them for sure.

@Noebarnes51 10 ай бұрын

@@hairpunutjust synthetic or fully synthetic oil?

@Mark-zz9rt 5 ай бұрын

I had 250k on the original pump on my Taurus

@Jaydogg2001 Жыл бұрын

This is my project for a cpl days now. What happened to the old days when stuff was easy. Unfortunately there is coolant in the oil also. So it’s gonna be a kinda pull and pray repair.

@gab3384 Жыл бұрын

Great vid thanks for all the info

@TankBeWildin_6 Ай бұрын

Pretty spot on man. I’ve had my replaced twice cause they didn’t get moto craft at first pump so the warranty had me on the second time. But then the rear main seal kept leaking so they had to replace that again.. theses motors are a pain

@edpowell5754 11 ай бұрын

From Buffalo, NY. Hey Pal, I picked up a used 2010 Escape for $4K with 110 k miles. I sure hope I don't have to be having a waterpump. It's NOT leaking but still the idea of thinking of it YUK. why would Ford do such a thing? I try to keep up with mantience. Changed fluid on PTU, rear pumpkin, spark plugs yuk, front stabilizer links and always change the oil regularly. // You did a Great job explaining about the waterpump and I wish you well.

@johnrambo5619 2 жыл бұрын

About to buy a 2019 Interceptor Utility, and I knew this was a problem if not caught in time. I usually change the water pump, seprentine belt, and timing chain around 100k anyways. Thank you for the info

@DesFTW_ 7 ай бұрын

Got a 2013 interceptor sedan, going to be replacing that pump as I'm over 100k now. Could gamble that it will last longer, but odds are it will need to be replaced before the car dies anyways.

@michaelgood1791 Жыл бұрын

Very impressed with your videos. Very professionally executed, very concise and informative. Excellent job brother. You have a servants heart.

@johnskrobarczyk4716 4 ай бұрын

Great information im dealing with this exact issue on my 2012 xplorer w 190k+ miles.

@mph5896 Жыл бұрын

Fastest I did one is on a Taurus 3.7l in a police car. 4 hours total. I only did a water pump, and oil/filter/coolant. $100 in parts with a Motorcraft water pump off Rock auto.

@sfssjonathan9150 Жыл бұрын

How much did you charge

@rsaldivar4218 6 ай бұрын

Best explanation on KZfaq.👍🏼

@tsgarage2382 2 жыл бұрын

Great video , Saved, Thanks

@jefryarocha87 Жыл бұрын

I’ve done diagnosis on my 18 Ford Taurus, and I was showned a list of all parts for the operation. Maybe I should buy parts myself and take it to close buddy of mine to fix it for less. Should I buy all parts or certain pieces for my new water pump?

@carlm2590 2 жыл бұрын

Hello from a yankee. I like your videos. Thank you.

@FlyingWrenches13 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@marcichaparro1623 2 жыл бұрын

Great vid buddy

@jkjwf 2 жыл бұрын

Very informative. Thank you. I am preparing to do my 2010 Mazda CX-9. Do you have any recommendations where I can get a step by step manual on how to replace timing chain, water pump, cam phasers and how to make certain I am on TDC?

@stevenlamb8726 Жыл бұрын

Look into getting your hands on the factory service manuals. Some people sell the hard copies on EBay

@scottmitchellrose1732 10 ай бұрын

nice work! my 2012 taurus does not have those oil tubes at the top/front by the cam. it looks like it has additional tensioners up there right under the valve cover. ughh... plus an extra belt from the power steering pump to the crank pulley. not a turbo- just my luck- i got the different/ weird one.

@alvinovalenzuela729 2 жыл бұрын

I love your explaination😀💯💯💯💯💫💫💫👍👍👍

@danieloberholzer4305 2 жыл бұрын

Great video like always 👌

@FlyingWrenches13 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@BillyBobDingledorf 7 ай бұрын

Mine failed at 88K. First extended warranty I ever purchased and it was covered. Contrary to the "book time", my dealer replaced it in 6 hours of clock time. They charged me $95 to replace the chain and guides (my ask) while they were in there. 50K later and it's running well. Yes, the car shouldn't have had the issue in the first place. I'm at least as troubled that the book time is 12-14 hours, when they did the job in 6 hours of clock time. I may have gotten the magic mechanic and I thank him or her for their talent, but come on Ford.

@rustyknucklesgarage6145 4 ай бұрын

Book Time is usually calculated by using hand tools only. Any pneumatic or electric tools the technician uses only help to speed up the repair. You were lucky to get a technician with the knowledge to replace it in 6 hours.

@BillyBobDingledorf 4 ай бұрын

@@rustyknucklesgarage6145 I agree with you, but I also suspect that due to the volume of this issue, Ford developed some special tools and techniques to improve efficiency of repair.

@tallll70 2 жыл бұрын

That is why i like the 3.7 even making little more hp

@rissaroosdaddy1891 4 ай бұрын

The 3.7 police interceptor engine also has the internal water pump...

@Ganbala 2 жыл бұрын

Lol my Explorer 2016 has that issue now with 70,000 Miles 😒 to young for that but it is what it is...I need to deal with that now ... thanks Ford to do my Life simple....

@772777777777777 Жыл бұрын

I have ford 2007 edge does the ac need to evacuate so you have more room to get timming cover back on . The ac hose interferes and seems to cause issues when you applied gasket maker without rubbing it off during install.

@y0ur_name_here 10 ай бұрын

I've had 4 of these (2 SHO & 2 Explorer Sport) and at 130K(ish) they ALL lost the water pump. I replaced absolutely everything while I was in there, because I have the luck of a no leaf clover on things like that and would be back in there again by the next oil change replacing a tensioner or whatever. Besides the cost of a chain, guides, tensioner, phasers, whatever is pennies on the dollar compared to going back in a second time.

@domingocavazos Жыл бұрын

Great video. 🙂 👍

@Smitty_0313 2 жыл бұрын

I have a 2011 Ford Fusion Sport with the 3.5 Duratec. I can't seem to figure out which water pump to buy. Ford lists a single and dual sprocket pump. I'm guessing the dual sprocket is an updated design?

@kevinleeburns Жыл бұрын

Ford in Sandusky, Ohio has a Labor rate at $155.00 per hour. Quoted 18 hours of work to replace water pump (which also included replacing a small leaking oil hose for about $300.00) for a 2014 Ford Explorer Sport. The estimate without tax is $4,400.00 on a vehicle that bluebooks for $12,000.00. Good times.

@s99614 Жыл бұрын

Yeah, this guy's numbers are really low. This looks reasonably DIY friendly if you have another vehicle to drive while you take your time and do it right over the course of several days.

@averagefordtech9347 2 жыл бұрын

Done a countless number of these on the 3.5/3.7 Engines, it never made sense why this was the design or why I never "updated" the part to a better waterpump.

@Brandon-rc4pj Жыл бұрын

They have released the yellow coolant that is supposed to be easier on the seals. Not the best solution, but its something...

@mich5a879 Жыл бұрын

They could of just made it a idler as a revision where the pump is now and then make a electric water pump put it somewhere else. This garbage cost me $1800 today hard to come by good thing this ford edge is paid off. This is the last ford we will ever buy

@Bjarni83 9 ай бұрын

@@mich5a879just happened to my 2015 SHO 70,000 miles!!! I will never buy Ford again!!!!

@Brandon-rc4pj Жыл бұрын

My 2015 Taurus NA started leaking and took out my AC clutch. Supposdy the new yellow coolant is easier on the seals.

@Lorenzo69 4 ай бұрын

I have the same issues, what was the problem ??

@dangonzalez6859 2 жыл бұрын

Great video and information. Been hearing much problems with the gas cap-less systems used by ford. Apparently causing fires and vapor leaks. I recently bought a 2018 Navigator. is there anything I can do to avoid similar issues?

@FlyingWrenches13 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I haven’t seen any issues like this on any of fords vehicles.

@s99614 Жыл бұрын

Locking gas cap. They make them for capless gas tanks.

@topc5826 25 күн бұрын

2013 Taurus SEL, 120.54K on it and yeah, leaking coolant exactly where shown in the video. I'm good with twisting a wrench, but I just don't think I want to tackle this repair. I did the troubleshooting, checked the fans worked with the AC on, that they came on after idling until the temp hit 210F and the fans came on without the AC on, then at 206F the fans shutoff. Checked the thermostat, it works, kicks open around 175 - 180 degrees. I use a bluetooth ELM plugged into the OBDII and an app called Torque lite on the android phone. Nice little app, can clear the logs and add the gauges you want to use. I know this repair, it'll cost $$$$ but was told by Ford dealer service person it will have a 2 year warranty on the work done. Man o man, they want $199.95 to diagnose, I said $200 and he repeated it is $199.95 and we can't warranty the job if we just use you're diagnosis. WTF! I've got videos of the leak , exactly where the weephole is, there is no way it is anything else. I knew this would happen some day. All those aftermarket warranty commercials remind you of it.

@mm-uw8ny Жыл бұрын

Do you have what tools are needed to do the job

@guitargod66 4 ай бұрын

Great vid!

@sheetwarrior543addmeonxbox7 2 жыл бұрын

My go to guys on youtube are Fordtechmakuloco Fordbossme Powerstroke tt w/A-rod And ofc Flying Wrenches

@FlyingWrenches13 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!!!

@loritharp3452 Жыл бұрын

I had the coolant flushed in my 2017 Explorer limited w/3.5L V6 about a month ago as recommended by the ford manual when reaching 100k miles. I was a little over 99k at the time. 99,600 miles and I got a notification that my coolant was overheating. Checked and it was extremely low in the reservoir. Took to shop and was told water pump is bad and the timing chain also needs to be replaced. Could flushing the coolant have caused this issue? I had no signs of losing coolant prior to the flush. Is it common to continue to have problems after replacing water pump in the 2017 Explorers?

@juniorone4485 Жыл бұрын

Do you have any tips for 1.6 ecoboost WP TIMONG CHAIN RELPLACEMENT????

@robertbornemann1601 Жыл бұрын

Question I have 2013 Taurus water leak coming out between engine and tranny is there a freez out plugs in this area???

@oscarrojas4281 Жыл бұрын

Your like 👍 and a new subscriber thank you

@michalehosler524 Жыл бұрын

What kind of gasket maker do u use for front cover?

@justkiknit 2 ай бұрын

I have to replace the water pump and timing components on a 3.5 explorer at work soon. Should I do it in the vehicle, or drop the subframe and try to make it easier on myself? Any help would be greatly appreciated.

@Antdavis225 Жыл бұрын

Does K-Seal help for a coolant water pump leak

@nickgood1000 18 күн бұрын

Excellent video.

@dequia611 Жыл бұрын

This is a great video! I have a 2011 Ford Explorer and I haven’t drove it in a week because I heard a noise over in the area where my tensioner belt is 😢 yesterday I went and cranked it up and noticed all of my coolant goes out of the reservoir and I thought it was strange I let it run for about ten minutes and when I shut the truck off my coolant started leaking from underneath the truck in the middle.

@tonyalston4838 Жыл бұрын

Did you get the water pump fixed ?

@dequia611 Жыл бұрын

No not yet.

@dequia611 Жыл бұрын

Coolant is in my oil

@tonyalston4838 Жыл бұрын

@@dequia611 that new water pump is going to cost you 💲

@dequia611 Жыл бұрын

@tonyalston4838 I just got my water pump done! My 2011 Ford Explorer is running great and no more coolant in my oil, Thank you so much 😊

@EnochtWong 9 ай бұрын

Thanks for this video! I own a 2015 Ford Police Interceptor Utility and it has the 3.7L V6 instead. Do you know if all this applies to that engine as well?

@JoshuaWhitesinger 9 ай бұрын

Yes, thr 3.7L is the same application. Both the 3.5L and 3.7.

@RonChristman Ай бұрын

Thanks man about to do this job on my wife’s car. I’m a kenworth mechanic so not as familiar with cars as semis

@nickbrazier7220 2 жыл бұрын

So I drive a 2011 f150 5.0 and I’m a ford tech at a dealership and I was wondering what ur opinion is on the 5.0 piston slap. My trucks got 170 k on it almost 180 and most were highway miles. Is there a way to fix it without breaking the bank? I’ve been told by my dealerships master techs that it’s normal, some say to use 5/30 oil instead of 5/20 and some say use a bottle of Lucas with 5/20 every other oil change. What should I do? And next video idea maybe?

@cerrem1 Жыл бұрын

It's not uncommon for the crankshaft sprocket to jump a few teeth....

@joeyj8516 2 жыл бұрын

Do you need to evacuate and disconnect any of the hvac system for this repair? Or can it be left alone?

@cerrem1 Жыл бұрын

Leave AC in place

@reptar8614 Жыл бұрын

Link for the specialty tools for the timing?

@chol2pride165 5 ай бұрын

Im about ti do this job oil its milky and some noise by timing cover im assuming is water pump taurus 133k

@mcruz24mc Жыл бұрын

Hello I need help with my water pump on my Ford explorer nobody wants to fix it everybody’s telling me it’s a hassle can you help

@magik7800 2 жыл бұрын

Great vid i got a 15 ford explor whit only 70,000 mills an is leaking coolent an it looks to be aound where u say my be the water pomp is that normal at 70,000 mills to were out?

@FlyingWrenches13 2 жыл бұрын

Not common at 70K but it does happen

@kmoss9521 Жыл бұрын

Where’s the link for the cam lock down tool?

@whitelightnings1978 2 жыл бұрын

Anyway you can make a video on how to fix the explorer hvac blend door issues? I've replaced the same door 3 times in 4 years and as you know it's not an easy job. 2014 explorer.

@FlyingWrenches13 2 жыл бұрын

I’ll see if I can do something on it. I’m usually limited to making videos on the issues I see constantly. That’s the only way I can get footage of them. If I run across one I can make a video on with this issue I’ll try to do something.

@whitelightnings1978 2 жыл бұрын

@@FlyingWrenches13 It's a very well known issue with Fords hvac systems so I'm surprised you dont see them much. The videos you make are great, I hope you run across a blend door issue eventually because it would be great to know a permanent fix.

@FlyingWrenches13 2 жыл бұрын

@@whitelightnings1978 I’m primarily a driveline guy so I don’t see as much of the ac stuff anymore.

@derricksmith4408 Ай бұрын

Question: what should I do if two of the four camshaft bolt/phasers are stuck on and stripped? I have tried everything to loosen them.

@Biggie1231 Жыл бұрын

Now how do you avoid the water pump going bad ??

@johnweiss1365 4 ай бұрын

Do you have to replace the water pump after it’s already been replaced at 110k??

@Jim.Surrell-bq3hf Жыл бұрын

had my water pump replaced and the engine lights keeps coming on after 4 visits to the mechanic. they can't seem to find out why. explorer 2017 3.5L. The last time they read where they drove the car and did reset on 8 functions. lasted 2 days before the light came on. need ideas. any help? cost 3200 the car has 115000. thanks

@khajask8113 2 жыл бұрын

Hi..Iam interest to buy explorer 2013. 4 cylinder. What problems can face.?

@justinvaughn39 6 ай бұрын

3 grand for entire timing set and labor 09 3.5 edge. It hurts. But running fab. 218,000. Ford pump, clyes complete

@neronadesanjon4025 2 жыл бұрын

After the pump replaced why the weap hole still leaks ? And why there is a leak on the block on the other side of the timing chains by the intake manifold is a tiny hole that is there for a purpose ??

@robd7365 3 ай бұрын

If you read the note from Ford on the replacmemt pump, it sais it will leak for a bit during break-in

@odlmedina438 Жыл бұрын

I have a ford explorer 3.5l and a ford excursion 7.3l. I can’t believe it is harder to replace the water pump in my explorer than in my ex. I just replaced the water pump and ac compressor on the explorer. What a mess.

@bradleysteeves3291 5 ай бұрын

last summer had to get my 2017 PI Sedan 3.7 replaced at 200,000 Kms (120,000 mi). looks like he coolant had never been changed. They say if you change yur coolant every 60,000 mi you will not have acid coolant destroying the waterpump rubber gaskets causing the leak. Those who changed their coolant are getting 200,000 miles with original waterpump

@pi1797 Жыл бұрын

Didn’t Ford stop using the timing chain driven oil pump in like 2016 or 2017 ??

@marvinjames7435 Жыл бұрын

Is it true on the ford explorer 3.5 timing cover with the ford high temp silicone you got 4 min to torque bolt 7,8,15,17,18,21,22 if not you got to removed old silicon and start over

@indyguy3400 Жыл бұрын

That is what the dealer repair says, ive done a few, im sure it took way more than 4 minutes and I've never had an issue. I'm not saying take your sweet time but that 4 minutes is almost impossible. It's easy when it's out on a stand, but in the vehicle it's not as easy

@antfbi 2 жыл бұрын

The way southerners say oil! Reminds me of watching nascar

@FlyingWrenches13 2 жыл бұрын

I say “earl” most of the yime

@virginiaeber2776 Жыл бұрын

My 2013 Ford Taurus is having this repair done, so my question is how long should this new water pump last?

@DesFTW_ 7 ай бұрын

I've just booked mine in for the same thing. From what I've seen every 100k miles is fairly safe with many dying at the 130k mark. I've just 100k and figure it will need doing before the rest of the car goes, so might as well play it safe

@mikepedregon1859 Жыл бұрын

We just had this done on our 2015 explorer 3.5 @ 80k miles is it normal to have oil leakage after the repair ?

@MikeyNDa513 Жыл бұрын

From what i have read it is a common problem after the replacement. The front cover gets silicone applied to it and is a pain to put back on the front of engine. If old silicone isn't removed all the way and or new silicone gets messed up putting the front cover back on you will have a leak. The shop that performed the repair should cover that.

@MrRockydee07 Жыл бұрын

The motocraft water pump is made by Milling, so I guess I'll get the Milling water pump timing kit .

@Nicktt24 Жыл бұрын

Must the oil be drained when replacing the water pump? 2015 Ford Explorer.

@bub3593 Жыл бұрын

yes

@catfishman1768 Ай бұрын

Can anything be done to make it less likely the water pump will wear out? What’s the likely hood the water pump won’t wear out.

@Eduardo-vv6lm 11 ай бұрын

Can someone tell me where can i get all the specs torques i need for this job since ford charge 2800 i wanna do it myself

@MrLucoca4 3 ай бұрын

I have a 2019 Ford Expedition with the 3.5L eco boost. Is the water pump internal or external?

@davem3789 Жыл бұрын

I have 184k and it hasn’t leaked yet. I’m changing it next week.

@kevinlahue2375 26 күн бұрын

I have 2011 3.5 taurus it cranks and then stop not for sure if it's the timing chain .but I can turn it by hand and it turns over without drag do you have any suggestions

@enajenaj6841 7 ай бұрын

Mact ford edge on KZfaq says he got 330k miles from his 3.5 duratec in his Ford Edge. Another problem with the Ford Edge is the PTU has no drain plug & it sits beside the exhaust which cooks it.

@logicalguy488 Жыл бұрын

According to Ford the most successful way of doing this job without getting oil ( awl ) leaks it to take out the engine. It's an absolute nightmare doing it in the car and there are a crap load of bolts in a few different sizes holding the massive cover and they all need to be torqued in a specific sequence. 70% chance of oil (awl) leaks if you do it in the car. And in my opinion you got rocks in your head if you don't change the chain and guides. Great job Ford engineers for building in this water pump nightmare. What a dumb idea.

@timdco 2 жыл бұрын

Just had this done at my local ford dealership and it was right at $2900 all together. Luckily we had an aftermarket warranty on it .

@jiggidyjam 2 жыл бұрын

Wow they paid out on the repair? Which warranty did you have?

@danielgabriel5549 Жыл бұрын

What warranty do you have ?? Thanx in Advance

@re2914 Жыл бұрын

I also want to know

@timschmidt3784 Жыл бұрын

Can you tell us?

@lav-719 8 ай бұрын

I had the powertrain warranty on mine.

@jan5boy889 Жыл бұрын

Is their anyway to prevent it from blowing i have 65k on my taurus and I did a coolant flush around 60k hoping it will keep it alive

@anguslean4058 11 ай бұрын

Use full synthetic oil with regular changes Also make sure you change the coolant They have an additive you can put in the coolant to keep the rubber gasket and seals conditioned What happens is oil can become acidic and eat the seals Coolant can also become acidic and eat the seals Also there is a lawsuit against FORD because this water pump failure has happened on many many many many cars They knew it was a problem and did nothing.

@youngrenzy Жыл бұрын

My 3.5 Ford Taurus just out no warning sign... On my way home overheated and died at 175,000 miles but found a used engine with 67,000 miles should I do the water pump before installing

@judahlion2067 4 ай бұрын

Yes

@kdeh21803 4 ай бұрын

A friend contacted me...his young daughter lived in another state more than 500 miles away. Had a 2013 Explorer and the water pump went out.....every place there she took it wanted to remove the engine and charge her thousand and thousands of dollars (she didn't have and being a young female I began to question the estimates she was getting)..... my friend had them get the vehicle more than 500 miles to my home and I did the job very easily without removing the engine....for much much less.....it really wasn't that hard of a job..... just labor intensive.

@earleglazier419 2 жыл бұрын

This comment or question is outside the realm of water pumps but what is your take on oil catch cans on the second Gen Ecoboost?

@FlyingWrenches13 2 жыл бұрын

Catch cans are always an improvement on any boosted engine.

@earleglazier419 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much. You feel on passenger side only or would you also recommend drivers side PCV? Does such a mod void ford warranty?

@ShaferHart Жыл бұрын

2.0 ecoboost has a major design issue.. Ford put out a TSB on it. "Coolant intrusion". Stay away from that one. Maybe all the smaller ecoboosts have the same issue from what some people have been reporting online for a few years..

@mariellaberrospi7273 Жыл бұрын

Great video, now I can understand better the estimate of the dealer 😔$3,200

@VexXDocka 2 жыл бұрын

Not knowing they had done this I saw the leak and was like well crap ill fix it this weekend and replace the pump not that big a deal just a little messy.... well thats not the case anymore. Most of this stuff is nearly impossible for the end consumer to repair with out a full damn shop anymore and its ridiculous.