XL-7 4WD V6-3.6L (2008)
4. Remove the water pump bolts.
5. Remove the water pump from the front cover.
6. Remove the water pump gasket.
Water Pump Cleaning and Inspection
Cleaning Procedure
CAUTION: Do not immerse the water pump in solvent. The solvent may enter the water pump's permanently lubricated bearings and cause
premature bearing failure.
1. Remove the old gasket material from the water pump sealing surfaces.
2. Clean all excess dirt and debris from the water pump housing
Inspection Procedure
1. Rotate the water pump hub (1). The water pump hub and impeller should turn straight and smoothly. If the hub wobbles, is noisy, or feels rough
when rotated, replace the water pump.
2. Inspect the exterior of the water pump for the following:
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Damage to the water pump hub bolt threads (2) for the water pump pulley
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Damage to the water pump bolt holes (3)