Timing Chains
 

Doing a complete job. Replacing timing chains, tensioners and guides. biggest hurdle is the harmonic balance bolt today. But will get it done tomorrow and pass on any suggestions.
2000-2004 4.0 VDP

Pardon me if my question is either redundant or juvenile. Sadly, I know very little about car mechanics. Is it SOP to replace the water pump when changing the timing chain?

Thanks,
Shawn

It's not a given Shawn...only if it turns out to be bad....which is not all that often.
There is a bit of anallity concerning these water pumps and it is usually down to lack of maintenance in flushing and replacing the proper coolant at the prescribed schedule ;o]

And, the answer to whether you should partially depends on the MY of your car. The early ones had a design problem leading to early failure. So, is your car really a condo of 5 years? If so, which year is the engine?