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Water Pump

WARNING: Disconnect the battery negative terminal to prevent the engine being started before removing or adjusting drive belts.

WATER PUMP DRIVE BELT

Adjust


Water Pump Drive Belt:





- Loosen the idler pulley pivot bolt.
- Adjust the fan belt using the idler pulley to give 4-6 mm (0.19-0.25 in.) free movement when checked midway between the fan and crankshaft pulleys by hand.
- Tighten the idler pulley pivot bolt and recheck the adjustment.

NOTE: Re-check the belt adjustment after approximately 1500 km (1,000 miles) running when a new belt has been fitted.