Removal And Installation

WATER PUMP

Removal and Installation


REMOVAL

1.Drain engine coolant from the radiator. Refer to "Changing Engine Coolant" Service and Repair.

CAUTION:
Perform when the engine is cold.





2.Remove the core support cover clips (A), then remove the core support cover (1).
3.Remove fender protector side cover (RH). Refer to "FENDER PROTECTOR : Removal and Installation" Removal And Installation.
4.Remove engine under cover. Refer to "Removal and Installation" Removal And Installation.
5.Remove engine room cover. Refer to "Removal and Installation" Removal And Installation.
6.Remove front air duct. Refer to "Removal and Installation" Removal And Installation.
7.Remove generator. Refer to "Removal and Installation" Service and Repair.
8.Remove water pump bolts.
9.Remove the water pump and gasket, as necessary.

CAUTION:
- Handle the water pump vane so that it does not contact any other parts.
- Water pump cannot be disassembled and should be replaced as an assembly.
10.Remove water pipe, O-rings, water pump housing, and gasket.

INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL






- Visually check that there is no significant dirt or rusting on the water pump body and vane.
- Check that there is no looseness in the vane shaft, and that it turns smoothly when rotated by hand.
- If the water pump does not perform properly, replace the water pump assembly.

INSTALLATION

Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
- When inserting water pipe end to cylinder block, apply a mild soap to O-ring. Then insert it immediately.

CAUTION:
Do not reuse O-rings.
Do not reuse gasket.

INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION

- After installation refill engine coolant and check for leaks. Refer to "Changing Engine Coolant" Service and Repair and
"System Inspection" Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview.