Water Pump: Service and Repair
Water PumpWATER PUMP:
REMOVAL
1. Remove the radiator.
2. Remove the V-belts.
3. Remove the front chain cover.
4. Remove the timing chain assembly.
5. Remove the water pump.
NOTE: When the water pump cannot be removed easily, screw-in the bolt (A) to the threaded end to remove water pump.
INSTALLATION
1. Install the water pump to rear chain cover.
NOTE: Apply engine coolant to O-ring.
Tightening torque 6.4 Nm (0.65 kgf-m, 4.7 ft. lbs.)
NOTE:
^ Use new O-rings.
^ Apply engine coolant to O-ring to install water pump easier.
2. Install the timing chain assembly.
3. Install the front chain cover.
4. Install the V-belts.
5. Install the radiator.
6. Fill engine coolant.
INSPECTION
1. Check the water pump bearing for smooth rotation.
2. Check the water pump sprocket for abnormalities.