FX50 AWD V8-5.0L (VK50VE) (2009)
Water Pump: Service and Repair
Inspection
WATER PUMP
Inspection
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
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Visually check that there is no significant dirt or rusting on water pump body and vane (A).
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Check there is no slack in vane shaft, and that it turns smoothly when rotated by hand.
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If anything is found, replace water pump.
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION
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Check that the reservoir tank cap is tightened.
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Check for leakage of engine coolant using the radiator cap tester adapter (commercial service tool) and the radiator cap tester (commercial service
tool). Refer to See: Cooling System/Coolant/Service and Repair/Inspection.
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Start and warm up the engine. Visually check that there is no leakage of engine coolant.