Water Pump: Testing and Inspection

2AR-FE COOLING: WATER PUMP: ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION

1. REMOVE V-RIBBED BELT

Removal

2. INSPECT ENGINE WATER PUMP ASSEMBLY

(a) Visually check the drain hole for coolant leakage.

If leakage is found, replace the engine water pump assembly.

(b) Turn the pulley and check that the engine water pump bearing moves smoothly without making a clicking noise.

If the bearing does not move smoothly, replace the engine water pump assembly.





3. INSTALL V-RIBBED BELT

Installation