RDX AWD L4-2.3L Turbo (2010)
Water Pump: Testing and Inspection
Water Pump Inspection
Special Tools Required
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A/C Clutch Holder Robinair 10204 or Kent-Moore J37872, commercially available
1. Remove the front splash shield See: Body and Frame/Splash Guard/Service and Repair/Front Splash Shield Replacement.
2. Remove the drive belt See: Drive Belts, Mounts, Brackets and Accessories/Drive Belt/Service and Repair.
3. Hold the water pump pulley using the A/C clutch holder robinair 10204 (A) and remove the water pump pulley mounting bolts (B), then remove
the water pump pulley.
4. Turn the water pump counterclockwise, and make sure that it turns freely. If it does not turn freely, replace the water pump See: Service and
Repair/Water Pump Replacement.
NOTE: When you check the water pump, you may see a small amount of "weeping" from the bleed holes (A). This is normal.
5. Install the water pump pulley.