WATER PUMP REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZR-CD (RF Turbo)]

Warning

• Remove and install all parts when the engine is cold, otherwise they can cause severe burns or serious injury.

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.

2. Remove the under cover.

3. Drain the engine coolant. (See ENGINE COOLANT REPLACEMENT [MZR-CD (RF Turbo)].)

4. Remove the front tire (RH).

5. Remove the drive belt. (See DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT [MZR-CD (RF Turbo)].)

6. Remove the timing belt. (See TIMING BELT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZR-CD (RF Turbo)].)

7. Remove the oil filter. (See OIL FILTER REPLACEMENT [MZR-CD (RF Turbo)].)

8. Remove the oil cooler. (See OIL COOLER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZR-CD (RF Turbo)].)

9. Remove the thermostat. (See THERMOSTAT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZR-CD (RF Turbo)].)

10. Remove in the order indicated in the table.

11. Install in the reverse order of removal.

12. Refill the engine coolant. (See ENGINE COOLANT REPLACEMENT [MZR-CD (RF Turbo)].)

13. Inspect for the engine coolant leakage. (See ENGINE COOLANT LEAKAGE INSPECTION [MZR-CD (RF Turbo)].)

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