Water Pump Removal and Installation

Water Pump Removal:

Removal:
1. Disconnect battery ground cable and drain coolant from engine.
2. Loosen water pump idler pulley bolt and remove belt from water pump pulley.
3. Remove water pump inlet tube.
4. Remove three water pump retaining bolts and water pump, Fig. 16.

Installation:
1. Clean both gasket mating surfaces on water pump and cylinder block.
2. Install three water pump retaining bolts and tighten to 20-30 N-m (15-22 ft-lbs).
3. Connect water pump inlet tube on water pump.
4. Install water pump belt on pulley and adjust tension to specification.
5. Connect battery ground cable.
6. Replace engine coolant. Operate engine until normal operating temperature is reached. Check for leaks and recheck coolant level.