Water Pump: Testing and Inspection

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INSPECTION





1. INSPECT WATER PUMP
a) Visually check the air hole and drain hole for coolant leakage.
If leakage is found, replace the water pump.
b) Turn the pulley, and check that the water pump bearing moves smoothly and quietly.
If necessary, replace the water pump.





2. INSPECT FLUID COUPLING
a) Remove the 4 nuts and fan from the fluid coupling.
b) Check the fluid coupling for damage and silicon oil leakage.
If necessary, replace the fluid coupling.
c) Install the fan and fluid coupling with the 4 nuts.
Torque: 5.5 Nm (55 kgf-cm, 49 inch lbs.)