Wheel Loader Water Pump Replacement Guide
Estimated read time: 2 minutes
This Self-Service Options (SSO) guide about replacing a wheel loader water pump shows you everything you need to do it yourself.
SSOs provide detailed service instructions, recommended parts and tooling so that you can feel equipped and confident to do the maintenance yourself.
Remember to take your time, follow all safety notes, and make sure you have the right tooling and parts ready before you begin.
Watch this video to see how it’s done:
How To Replace The Water Pump On A Cat Wheel Loader
Doing a wheel loader water pump replacement? With the right parts, tools and steps, you can tackle this repair yourself using this guide.
Skill Level: Moderate
These instructions are for a Cat 930K Wheel Loader. Steps should be similar on other models of small wheel loaders, but you can order the exact guide for your equipment. You’ll need some mechanical confidence but no specialized tools.
Recommended Parts
- A water pump kit, which includes the pump and gasket.
- Optional parts may also be required depending on the condition of your machine. Learn more in your equipment's Self-Service Options (SSO).
Required Tooling
No specialized tools are required to do this Cat water pump maintenance.
Before You Begin
- Put on your personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Read all the steps.
- Pause the video or take a break when you need to.
- Be safe!
Water Pump Removal Procedure
First, the coolant needs to be flushed from the system. Refer to your Operation and Maintenance Manual (OMM) for proper coolant draining and storage procedures.
Let’s get started:
- Open the engine enclosure door.
- Remove the panel.
- Disconnect the hoses.
- Remove the bolts and water pump.
- Remove the gasket plate.
- Remove the bolts and cover.
- Remove the o-ring seal from the cover.
Water Pump Installation Procedure
- Install the water pump in the reverse order of removal.
- Tighten the bolts to a torque of 22 ± 3 N·m (195 ± 27 lb. in).
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