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Water Pump: Testing and Inspection

Water Pump Inspection

1. Remove the timing belt  See: Timing Components/Timing Belt/Service and Repair/Timing Belt Removal.

2. Turn the water pump pulley counterclockwise, and check 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.

3. Install the timing belt  See: Timing Components/Timing Belt/Service and Repair/Timing Belt Installation.

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