Water Pump Inspection

1.For models if equipped with power steering fluid cooler: Remove the bolts (A) securing the power steering fluid line brackets, and remove the power steering fluid line from the clamps (B).

LHD model 

RHD model 

2.Loosen the water pump pulley mounting bolts.

 


3.Remove the drive belt.

4.Remove the water pump pulley.

 

5.Turn the water pump counterclockwise. Check that it turns freely. If doesn't turn smoothly, replace the water pump.

NOTE: When you check the water pump, you may see a small amount of ‘‘weeping'' from the bleed holes (A). This is normal.

 

6.Install the water pump pulley.

7.Install the drive belt.

8.Tighten the water pump pulley mounting bolts to the specified torque.

9.For models if equipped with power steering fluid cooler: Install the power steering fluid line brackets, and install the power steering fluid line to the clamps.