The car starts and then cuts itself off and this is after a new water pump, timing belt, timing tensioner was installed. First the car alarm sets itself off and then the car shuts off even after we turn the alrm off with the remote. It will not stay running after the parts were put on. At first the shop said it was the O2 sensor and then he said it was the alarm so we put a new battery in the alarm remote so it would work and turn the alarm off but the car still won't stay running.

The timing belt could have been loose, or the tensioner not set correctly. It sounds as if your timing belt has slipped.

This is found on the autozone.com website.

2.5L Engine
See Figures 3 through 7

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Place a large drain pan under the radiator drain plug. Drain and properly contain the engine coolant.

This procedure requires removing the engine timing belt and the auto tensioner. To help assure proper alignment at assembly, it may be helpful to set the engine at TDC on No. 1 compression stroke. This should align all timing marks on the crankshaft sprocket and both camshaft sprockets.

1. Remove the accessory drive belts and crankshaft damper.
2. Remove the right engine mount. This requires safely supporting the engine with a floor jack and wood block so the mount can be removed.
3. Remove the timing belt covers.
4. Remove the timing belt and tensioner.

Fig. Fig. 3: Remove the water pump mounting bolts

Fig. Fig. 4: Pull the water pump assembly off of the engine and inlet pipe

Fig. Fig. 5: Open the water pump housing and examine for cracks or damage

Fig. Fig. 6: Replace the water pump housing gasket using a scraper tool

Fig. Fig. 7: Always keep the water pump's mounting bolts lined up with their correct mounting holes

1. Remove the water pump mounting bolts.
2. Separate the water pump from the water inlet pipe and remove the pump.

To install:

1. Thoroughly clean all sealing surfaces. Inspect the pump for damage or cracks, signs of coolant leakage at the vent, and excessive looseness or rough turning bearings. Any problems require a new pump.
2. Install a new O-ring on the water inlet pipe. Wet the O-ring with water to make installation easier. DO NOT use oil or grease on the O-ring.
3. Install a new gasket on the water pump and fit the pump inlet opening over the water pipe. Press the assembly together to force the pipe into the water pump.
4. Install the water pump-to-engine bolts and tighten to 20 ft. lbs. (27 Nm).
5. Install the timing belt and timing belt tensioner. Set the timing belt tension.
6. Install the timing belt covers. Install the right engine mount. Remove the floor jack and engine block from underneath the engine.
7. Install the crankshaft damper.
8. Install the accessory drive belts and set to the proper tension.
9. Connect the negative battery cable.
10. Fill and bleed the engine cooling system.
11. Start the engine and verify proper operation, with no leaks

Try Chilton's or All Data for instructions. This is a 4.5 -5 hour ordeal for a professional and a 2 day mess for an amateur. Plus you must remove the timing belt on the 2.4L 4 Cylinder to get to the pump. Mess up here and you can damage your engine. WATER PUMP is sign with the ITEM 5 in the next diagram...

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.

This procedure requires removing the engine timing belt and the auto tensioner. The factory specifies that the timing marks should always be aligned before removing the timing belt. Set the engine at TDC on No. 1 compression stroke. This should align all timing marks on the crankshaft sprocket and both camshaft sprockets.

1. Raise and safely support the vehicle to a level that allows access from above and below.
2. Remove the right inner splash shield.
3. Remove the accessory drive belts.
4. Place a drain pan under the radiator drain plug. Drain and properly contain the cooling system.
5. Support the engine using a floor jack and block of wood, then remove the right motor mount.
6. Remove the timing belt, tensioner and camshaft sprockets.

WARNING With the timing belt removed, DO NOT rotate the camshaft or crankshaft, or damage to the engine could occur.

1. Remove the rear timing belt cover to access the water pump.
2. Remove the water pump attaching bolts.
3. Remove the water pump.

Fig. 1: Water pump location on the cylinder block-4-cylinder engines





Fig. 2: Water pump assembly-4-cylinder engines


To install:

1. Thoroughly clean all sealing surfaces. Replace the water pump if there are any cracks, signs of coolant leakage from the shaft seal, loose or rough turning bearings, a damaged impeller or sprocket, or a loose or damaged sprocket flange.
2. Install a new rubber O-ring into the water pump.

Make sure the O-ring is properly seated in the water pump groove before tightening the screws. An improperly located O-ring may cause damage to the O-ring and cause a coolant leak.

1. Install the water pump and tighten the bolts to 105 inch lbs. (12 Nm).
2. Using a cooling system pressure tester, pressurize the cooling system to 15 psi and check for leaks. If okay, release the pressure and continue the engine assembly process.
3. Rotate the water pump by hand to check for freedom of movement.
4. Install the rear timing belt cover.
5. Install the camshaft sprocket(s), timing belt and tensioner. DO NOT allow the camshafts to turn while the sprocket bolts are being tightened, in order to maintain timing mark alignment.

WARNING Do not attempt to compress the tensioner plunger with the tensioner assembly installed in the engine. This will cause damage to the tensioner and other related components. The tensioner MUST be compressed in a vise.

1. Install the timing belt covers.
2. Install the right engine mount bracket and engine mount.
3. Remove the floor jack and wood block from underneath the engine.
4. Install the crankshaft damper.
5. Install the right inner splash shield.
6. Lower the vehicle.
7. Install and tension the accessory drive belts.
8. Refill the cooling system using the correct quantity and type of coolant. Bleed the cooling system.
9. Start the engine and check for proper operation.
10. Check and top off the cooling system, if necessary.

2.5L Engine
See Figures 3 through 7

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Place a large drain pan under the radiator drain plug. Drain and properly contain the engine coolant.

This procedure requires removing the engine timing belt and the auto tensioner. To help assure proper alignment at assembly, it may be helpful to set the engine at TDC on No. 1 compression stroke. This should align all timing marks on the crankshaft sprocket and both camshaft sprockets.

1. Remove the accessory drive belts and crankshaft damper.
2. Remove the right engine mount. This requires safely supporting the engine with a floor jack and wood block so the mount can be removed.
3. Remove the timing belt covers.
4. Remove the timing belt and tensioner.

Fig. 3: Remove the water pump mounting bolts



Fig. 4: Pull the water pump assembly off of the engine and inlet pipe



Fig. 5: Open the water pump housing and examine for cracks or damage



Fig. 6: Replace the water pump housing gasket using a scraper tool



Fig. 7: Always keep the water pump's mounting bolts lined up with their correct mounting holes

1. Remove the water pump mounting bolts.
2. Separate the water pump from the water inlet pipe and remove the pump.

To install:

1. Thoroughly clean all sealing surfaces. Inspect the pump for damage or cracks, signs of coolant leakage at the vent, and excessive looseness or rough turning bearings. Any problems require a new pump.
2. Install a new O-ring on the water inlet pipe. Wet the O-ring with water to make installation easier. DO NOT use oil or grease on the O-ring.
3. Install a new gasket on the water pump and fit the pump inlet opening over the water pipe. Press the assembly together to force the pipe into the water pump.
4. Install the water pump-to-engine bolts and tighten to 20 ft. lbs. (27 Nm).
5. Install the timing belt and timing belt tensioner. Set the timing belt tension.
6. Install the timing belt covers. Install the right engine mount. Remove the floor jack and engine block from underneath the engine.
7. Install the crankshaft damper.
8. Install the accessory drive belts and set to the proper tension.
9. Connect the negative battery cable.
10. Fill and bleed the engine cooling system.
11. Start the engine and verify proper operation, with no leaks.

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2.5L Engine

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
   
2. Place a large drain pan under the radiator drain plug. Drain and properly
   contain the engine coolant.
   NOTE: This procedure requires removing the engine timing belt
   and the auto tensioner. To help assure proper alignment at assembly, it may be
   helpful to set the engine at TDC on No. 1 compression stroke. This should align
   all timing marks on the crankshaft sprocket and both camshaft sprockets.
   
   
   
3. Remove the accessory drive belts and crankshaft damper.
   
4. Remove the right engine mount. This requires safely supporting the engine
   with a floor jack and wood block so the mount can be removed.
   
5. Remove the timing belt covers.
   
6. Remove the timing belt and tensioner.
   
   
   
   
   
   Fig. 3: Remove the water pump mounting bolts
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   Fig. 4: Pull the water pump assembly off of the engine and
   inlet pipe
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   Fig. 5: Open the water pump housing and examine for cracks or
   damage
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   Fig. 6: Replace the water pump housing gasket using a scraper
   tool
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   Fig. 7: Always keep the water pump's mounting bolts lined up
   with their correct mounting holes
   
   
   
   
   
7. Remove the water pump mounting bolts.
   
8. Separate the water pump from the water inlet pipe and remove the pump.
   To install:
   
   
9. Thoroughly clean all sealing surfaces. Inspect the pump for damage or
   cracks, signs of coolant leakage at the vent, and excessive looseness or rough
   turning bearings. Any problems require a new pump.
   
10. Install a new O-ring on the water inlet pipe. Wet the O-ring with water to
    make installation easier. DO NOT use oil or grease on the O-ring.
    
11. Install a new gasket on the water pump and fit the pump inlet opening over
    the water pipe. Press the assembly together to force the pipe into the water
    pump.
    
12. Install the water pump-to-engine bolts and tighten to 20 ft. lbs. (27 Nm).
    
13. Install the timing belt and timing belt tensioner. Set the timing belt
    tension.
    
14. Install the timing belt covers. Install the right engine mount. Remove the
    floor jack and engine block from underneath the engine.
    
15. Install the crankshaft damper.
    
16. Install the accessory drive belts and set to the proper tension.
    
17. Connect the negative battery cable.
    
18. Fill and bleed the engine cooling system.
    
19. Start the engine and verify proper operation, with no leaks.

The following steps need to be taken to remove the pump.

1. Remove the ribbed belt. Compress the tensioner and remove the belt. Remove the ribbed belt tensioner.

2. Remove the upper timing belt cover.

3. Align your timing belt marks. The following pictures are for the cam timing mark, the flywheel timing mark for an automatic, flywheel timing for a manual and the marks on the harmonic balancer.

4. loosen the timing belt. There is a 13mm head nut that keeps the tensioner in place. Loosen this nut and turn the tensioner clockwise to get come slack in the belt. You are going to need a tool to get tension back on the belt. I use the tool pictured (picture of how to tension the belt) but know of people using snap ring pliers to rotate the tensioner.

5. Slip the timing belt off of the cam drive sprocket and off of the water pump.

6. Remove the water pump retaining bolts pictured and remove the water pump. The pump can often be stuck in place. A screwdriver carefully used can help in getting the pump

7. Moisten the o-ring with coolant before installing the new pump. Install the new pump.

8. Install the belt and tension as shown in the picture attached above. Turn the engine over by hand through a full revolution of the cam gear. Re-check the timing marks. The marks will often be off, don't be discouraged by this, it happens to everyone. If the marks are off loosen the belt and slip it the amount of teeth needed to align the marks.

9. Install the items taken off during the removal of the pump, fill the system with coolant and start the engine. The system will pretty much bleed itself out as it reaches operating temperature.

2002 Hyundai XG350 3.5L MFI DOHC 6cylWater Pump - Removal & Installation

1. Before servicing the vehicle, refer to the Precautions section.
2. Drain the cooling system.
3. Remove or disconnect the following:
   Negative battery cable Accessory drive belts Water pump pulley Timing belt, tensioner and idler pulley Water pump



Fig. Water pump assembly-XG 300 and XG 350 (click over pic for zoom)

To install:

1. Clean all mating surfaces of any residual gasket material.
2. Install or connect the following:
   Water pump with a new gasket and torque the bolts to 16 ft. lbs. (22 Nm) Tensioner and timing belt and idler pulley Water pump pulley and drive belts Negative battery cable
   
3. Fill the cooling system to the proper level.
4. Start the vehicle, check for leaks and repair if necessary.

To install:

1. Clean all mating surfaces of any residual gasket material.
2. Install or connect the following:
   Water pump with a new gasket and torque the bolts to 16 ft. lbs. (22 Nm) Tensioner and timing belt and idler pulley Water pump pulley and drive belts Negative battery cable
3. Fill the cooling system to the proper level.
4. Start the vehicle, check for leaks and repair if necessary.

Fig. Water pump bolt lengths-3.5L engine

Install the water pump with new gaskets and O-rings. Tighten the bolts to the following specifications:

1. 1.5L SOHC engine: 105-132 inch lbs. (12-15 Nm).
2. 1.5L DOHC engine: 14-20 ft. lbs. (20-27 Nm).
3. 1.6L DOHC engine: 14-20 ft. lbs. (20-27 Nm).
4. 1.8L, 2.0L, and 2.4L engines: 14-20 ft. lbs. (20-27 Nm).
5. 2.5L engine: 11-16 ft. lbs. (15-22 Nm).

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Kia Sorento 2003-05
Water Pump - Removal & Installation

1. Before servicing the vehicle, refer to the precautions at the beginning of this section.
2. Drain the cooling system.
3. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
4. Remove the drive belt and the water pump pulley.
5. Remove the timing belt cover, timing belt, auto tensioner and idler pulley.
6. Remove the water outlet fitting, the thermostat case and the water pump fitting.
7. Remove the water pump mounting bolts.
8. Remove the water pump.
   



Fig. Water pump and timing belt assembly-exploded view

To install:



Fig. Water pump bolt locations

1. Clean the gasket surfaces of the water pump body and the cylinder block.
2. Install the new water pump gasket and pump assembly. Tighten the bolts to 12-16 ft. lbs. (17-22 Nm).
3. Install the water pump fitting, the thermostat case and the water outlet fitting.
4. Install the auto tensioner and timing belt. Adjust the timing belt tension, then install the timing belt cover.
5. Install the drive belt, water pump pulley and then adjust the auto tensioner.
6. Refill the coolant.
7. Run the engine and check for leaks.

1. Before servicing the vehicle, refer to the Precautions Section.
2. Drain the cooling system.
3. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
4. Remove the drive belt and the water pump pulley.
5. Remove the timing belt cover, timing belt, auto tensioner and idler pulley.
6. Remove the water outlet fitting, the thermostat case and the water pump fitting.
7. Remove the water pump mounting bolts.
8. Remove the water pump.

To install:




Fig. Water pump bolt locations



Fig. Water pump O-ring installation

1. Clean the gasket surfaces of the water pump body and the cylinder block.
2. Install the new water pump gasket and pump assembly. Tighten the bolts to 12-16 ft. lbs. (17-22 Nm).
3. Install the water pump fitting, the thermostat case and the water outlet fitting.
4. Install the auto tensioner and timing belt. Adjust the timing belt tension, then install the timing belt cover.
5. Install the drive belt, water pump pulley and then adjust the auto tensioner.
6. To adjust the drive belt tension, hang the belt on the pulley of the tensioner and install the tensioner.
   NOTE If the tensioner is already installed, loosen its mounting bolts to allow belt installation
   
7. Install the drive belt.
8. Adjust the belt tension to specification by turning the adjusting bolt clockwise or counterclockwise.
9. Air conditioning belt tension should be 0.28-0.039 inch. Alternator belt tension should be 0.39-0.051 inch. Power steering belt tension should be 0.31-0.051 inch.
10. Torque the tensioner assembly bolt to 33-36 ft. lbs. (45-50 Nm).
11. Refill the coolant.
12. Run the engine and check for leaks.

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1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Drain the cooling system.
2. Remove the distributor cap and rotor. Remove the rotor adapter, the dust shield and the distributor housing.
3. Remove the fan. The fan must be held stationary with tool 11 5 030 or some sort of flat blade cut to fit over the hub and drilled to fit over 2 of the studs on the front of the pulley. Remove the fan coupling nut; left hand thread-turn clockwise to remove.
4. Remove the belt and pulley.
5. Remove the rubber guard and distributor and or upper timing belt cover.
6. Compress the timing tensioner spring and clamp pin with the proper tool.

Observe the installed position of the tensioner spring pin on the water pump housing for reinstallation purposes.

1. Remove the water hoses, remove the 3 water pump bolts and remove the pump.

To install:

1. Clean the gasket surfaces and use a new gasket.
2. Install the water pump in position. Note the position of the tensioner spring pin. Torque M8 bolts to 16-17 ft. lbs. (20-24 Nm) and M6 bolts to 6-7 ft. lbs. (8-10 Nm). Connect the hoses.
3. Release the tensioner from the holding pin. Install the upper timing cover. Install the pulley and tighten the bolts to 6-7 ft. lbs. (8-10 Nm). Install the belt and tighten.
4. Install the fan, distributor housing and dust shield. Tighten the rotor adapter to 39-47 ft. lbs. (55-65 Nm). Install the rotor, O-ring and cap.
5. Add coolant and bleed

yes you can get defective auto tenioners.Chage ASAP.

Instructions Difficulty: Moderate Things You’ll Need:

• Set of ¼-inch drive sockets ¼-inch drive ratchet Set of ½-inch drive sockets ½-inch drive ratchet Set of 3/8-inch drive sockets 3/8-inch drive ratchet Set of metric wrenches Floor jack Jack stands

Step1 Raise and support the vehicle on jack stands. Remove the intake air temperature wiring, the breather hose and intake air hose. Take off the air cleaner assembly. Step2 Remove the right wheel. Remove the accessory belts. Remove the crankshaft bolt and the crankshaft pulley. Remove the power steering bolts and the timing belt covers. Temporarily install the crankshaft bolt and turn the engine clockwise until the mark on the crankshaft pulley, which is a triangle stamped into the crank sprocket, is aligned with the corresponding triangular mark on the block. Step3 Make sure that the timing marks are aligned on the camshaft sprockets. These are a line on each sprocket that runs through a tooth on each sprocket. These lines should line up in the middle between each sprocket and point toward each other. If they do not line up, turn the crankshaft one more time and they will line up. It takes two turns of the crank to one complete revolution of the cam. Step4 Loosen the water pump bolts; using the 3/8-inch ratchet, turn the water pump clockwise away from the belt and loosely tighten the bolts to keep it there. Remove the timing belt. Make sure the timing marks are aligned and install the new belt starting on the right side from the crank sprocket and working counterclockwise. Keep all the belt tension on the right side away from the tensioner. Step5 Loosen the bolts in the water pump and rotate the water pump counterclockwise to apply tension to the belt. Watch the tensioner, which is above the water pump, and apply tension with the water pump until the pointer on the tensioner lines up with the notch above it. Lightly tighten the water-pump bolts. Step6 Turn the engine two more times and align the timing marks perfectly. Loosen the water-pump bolts and, using the ratchet, apply tension to the belt until the tensioner pointers are aligned. Tighten the water-pump bolts. Step7 Install the timing-belt covers and the bolts in the power-steering pump and tighten. Remove the crankshaft bolt and install the crank pulley and the bolt, then torque the crankshaft pulley bolt to 70 foot pounds of torque. Install all components in reverse order of removal.