SL2 L4-1.9L DOHC VIN 7 (1997)
5. Remove water pump pulley bolts and allow pulley to hang freely on pump hub.
NOTE: A 25.4 mm (1 inch) block of wood or hammer handle can be used as a wedge between the crankshaft and water pump pulleys to hold the
water pump pulley from turning when loosening the pulley bolts.
Pulley bolts are removed to allow pulley to be moved outward and allow access to water pump flange bolts. Pulley and pump are then removed as
an assembly.
6. Remove the six water pump flange attachment bolts.
7. Remove water pump and pulley assembly.
CAUTION: If it is difficult to remove the water pump, tap it with a gasket scraper under the flange. Use extreme care and do not damage or
scratch the machined aluminum cylinder block, surface leaks will result.
