Tool for Securing OTC Water Pump during Maintenance Review

This tool worked perfectly. There have been reports of the water pump squeaking even when using this tool or similar, and even when the gear isn't moving. Luckily after replacing the pump the hum went away. This durable tool installs quickly and prevents the three water pump gear bolts from falling into the engine. Just make sure you screw it onto the control plate cover beforehand and don't let the tool move so the gear doesn't move. worth your money.

Required if you are replacing a water pump on an Ecotec engine. DO NOT buy a sub tool, you will drop a bolt in the timing chain and regret it. Removing the timing cover is a pain. If you drop a bolt it can go all the way into the oil pan. If it hits the oil pan, you won't be able to reach it with a scope with a magnet attached. If it falls into the oil pan, it must not fall to the bottom of the pan. The frying pan has two tiers. I know that from experience.

This tool is required when replacing the water pump on Ecotec engines only. Be careful not to overtighten the gear. Important!. It is very important that the tool is tightened so that the gear does not move. Don't overdo it. If it moves even slightly, the timing chain tensioner will come out from under the cover and there will be a howling sound when starting. Unfortunately I must have stumbled across it despite the puff. In this case, it will be necessary to remove the timing cover and…

The Ecotech engine uses a timing chain to drive the water pump and is an essential tool for properly replacing the water pump without removing the timing cover and chain components. Attempting to work without this tool can result in improper timing chain tension and possible catastrophic engine failure. Unless, of course, you really want to remove the timing case cover and associated components just to replace the water pump. This tool is ideal for holding the water pump gear and timing chain…