Water Pump: Service and Repair
<2.0L ENGINE (NON-TURBO)>WATER PUMP
Removal
Pre-removal Operation:
- Engine Coolant Draining.
- Timing Belt Rear Cover Removal.
Follow removal steps outlined in illustration.
Installation
Installation in reverse order as removal.
Installation Service Point
]A[ O-Ring Installation.
Insert the O-ring to the water pump groove, and coat the circumference of the O-ring with water or engine coolant. By coating with water or engine coolant, the insertion to the cylinder block will become easier.
CAUTION:
1. Do not allow engine oil or other grease to adhere to the O-ring.
2. When inserting the water pump, check that there is no sand, dirt, etc. on its inner surface.
Post-installation Operation:
- Engine Coolant Supplying.
- Timing Belt Rear Cover Installation.
<2.0L ENGINE (TURBO) AND 2.4L ENGINE>
WATER PUMP
Removal
Pre-removal Operation:
- Engine Coolant Draining and Supplying.
- Timing Belt Removal.
Follow removal steps outlined in illustration.
Installation
Installation in reverse order as removal.
]A[ O-Ring Installation.
Insert the O-ring to the water inlet pipe, and coat the outer circumference of the O-ring with water or engine coolant. By coating with water or engine coolant, the insertion to the water pump will become easier.
CAUTION:
1. Do not allow engine oil or other grease to adhere to the O-ring.
2. When inserting the pipe, check that there is no sand, dirt, etc, on its inner surface.
Post-installation Operation:
- Engine Coolant Draining and Supplying.
- Timing Belt Installation.