Water Pump: Service and Repair

Water Pump Removal and Installation

Removal
1. Remove engine assembly from vehicle.
2. Remove timing chain cover.
3. Remove water pump assembly (1) from cylinder block.





Installation
1. Install new O-rings (3) to water pump (1).
2. Install water pump to cylinder block. Tighten water pump bolts to specified torque.
Tightening torque
Water pump bolt (a): 25 Nm (2.5 kg-m, 18.0 ft. lbs.)








3. Install timing chain cover.
4. Install engine assembly to vehicle.

Water Pump Inspection

CAUTION:
Do not disassemble water pump.

If any repair is required on pump, replace it as assembly.
Rotate water pump by hand to check for smooth operation. If pump does not rotate smoothly or makes abnormal noise, replace it.