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Water Pump: Service and Repair



Water Pump Replacement (LH2)

Removal Procedure

1. Remove the air cleaner assembly.
2. Remove the drive belt.
3. Remove the drive belt tensioner.
4. Drain the cooling system.
5. Remove the water pump bolts.




6. Remove the water pump pulley from the water pump.
7. Remove the water pump from the engine front cover.
8. Remove the water pump gasket and discard.
9. Clean and inspect the water pump.

Installation Procedure

1. Install the water pump pulley to the water pump.




2. Install the water pump and gaskets to the engine front cover.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.

3. Install the water pump pulley bolts to the water pump.

Tighten the water pump pulley bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

4. Install the water pump bolts.
1. Tighten the water pump bolts a first pass to 15 N.m (11 lb ft).
2. Tighten the water pump bolts a final pass to 30 N.m (22 lb ft).
5. Install the drive belt tensioner.
6. Install the drive belt.
7. Fill the cooling system.
8. Install the air cleaner assembly.

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