you have to pull the timing chain cover off which includes the harmonic balancer loosen the timing chain then once you have done all that you can un-bolt the water pump from the mtor and the timing chain housing and it should slide right out be sure to mark your valve gears and your crnk so you don't loose your timing marks
how do you replace the oil pump
The 2001 Oldsmobile water pump is located on the front of the engine. You can follow the top radiator hose directly to the water pump.
In the fuel tank - cost will be $200-$400 to replace
replace a water pump on a 2004 olds alero 2.2 litler
The Oldsmobile AleroThe vehicle that replaced the Achieva was Oldsmobile Alero (produced from 1999-2004).
200.00
remove and replace water pump in 1997 Oldsmobile aurora
first lose the belt the the four ten mm bolt and you move the pully and lose the six 5/16 bolt
In the fuel tank.
yes
Disconnect the battery. Drain the radiator. Remove the pump belt. Unbolt the pump, and replace the pump along with new gaskets.
I can not answer your question but I do know that there was a recall on them.