So I just installed the vmp heat exchanger on my 2010. Everything works except the intercooler pump is not pumping. Fuse is good. When jumping relay pump works. Do I just need to burp it? And if so how do I go about doing that?
Installed vmp heat exchanger no flow from intercooler pump
- Thread starter Ballsgt
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Yeah, you have an air pocket at the impeller. Post a pic and I can give you some ideas if you did something different than mounting it stock. Loosening the clamp and just barely pulling the hose off the barb will usually expel air, but it's a little messy. I've also had success milking the lower hose from the heat exchanger while the pump is running.
Pulling the hose off the inlet or outlet side?
If mounted in OEM fashion the inlet, i.e. highest point. Black circle below.
Just open the connection enough to let bubbles out. When fluid starts coming out slip it back on and clamp it.
Just open the connection enough to let bubbles out. When fluid starts coming out slip it back on and clamp it.
Good advice, I was never able to get the air out by milking the hoses. Loosen the clamp at the HX inlet and remove the hose for a second, quick and easy. Put a pan under it to catch any coolant that shoots out.
Had the same problem. I pulled the hose off the HE on the bottom and all started working. Does make a bit of a mess but hand burping did not work for me.
Thanks guys I’m gonna try fixing it after work
So I’m doing it right now. Should the intercooler reservoir cap be on or off while doing this?
NeverMind I got it.
Don't forget to install/tighten the clamp. Guess how messy it really gets when you forget that. lol
Shouldn't matter, for future reference.
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