Equator 2WD V6-4.0L (2009)
Water Pump: Service and Repair
Water Pump: Removal and Installation
Water Pump: Removal and Installation
CAUTION:
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When removing water pump assembly, be careful not to get engine coolant on timing chain and drive belt.
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Water pump cannot be disassembled and should be replaced as a unit.
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After installing water pump, connect hose and clamp securely, then check for leaks.
REMOVAL
1) Remove air dam using power tool.
2) Remove engine front undercover using power tool.
3) Remove air duct and resonator assembly.
4) Remove drive belt.
5) Drain engine coolant.
CAUTION:
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Perform this step when engine is cold.
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Do not spill engine coolant on timing chain and drive belt.
6) Remove radiator hose (upper).
7) Remove cooling fan (Crankshaft driven type).
8) Remove chain tensioner cover and water pump cover from front timing chain case, using Tool.
Tool number: KV10111100 (J-37228)
9) Remove timing chain tensioner (primary) as follows:
a) Loosen clip of timing chain tensioner (primary), and release plunger stopper (1).
