Water Pump: Service and Repair

WATER PUMP





REMOVAL
1) Remove the radiator.
2) Remove the V-belts.
3) Remove the crank pulley.
4) Remove the front chain cover.
5) Remove the timing chain assembly.
6) 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:
^ Use new O-rings.
^ Apply engine coolant to O-ring.





2) Install the timing chain assembly.
3) Install the front chain cover.
4) Install the crank pulley.
5) Install the V-belts.
6) Install the radiator.
7) Fill engine coolant.

INSPECTION
1) Check the water pump bearing for smooth rotation.
2) Check the water pump sprocket for abnormalities.