i found a spring behind my water pump

[rbhanks]

So i just pulled my water pump and found a spring and pin just hanging out. where did it come from. do i need it

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when i found it i had no idea where it came from it. it had fallen into the water jacket when i pulled the pump so i was going WTF. Thank you to everyone for your fast response.

[nando]

it's the timing belt tensioner

and, yes. but you only need it when you're putting in a new belt/tensioner, if you're just replacing the waterpump you don't need to put it back (but make sure the tensioner bolts are tight!) and don't lose them.

[FredK]

That came from the timing belt tensioner. Yes, you need it if it's not already installed.

[gazellebeigem3]

thats for the timing belt tensioner.. so yeah

[rbhanks]

thank you for the help