Checks and inspections

1. Slacken the four fastening screws and remove the water pump.
2. Remove the seals.

4. Remove the left-hand timing belt from the camshaft drive pulleys.
5. Slacken the fastening screws and remove the water pump with its gasket.

20 ÷ 24 Nm
2.0 ÷ 2.5 kgm

CHECKS AND INSPECTIONS

• Check that the water pump and impeller are in good conditions and that there are no signs of oxidation or corrosion;
• check that the clearance “G” between the impeller and pump casing is with the specified limits;
• check that the front pump gasket is in good conditions and does not allow any leakage;
• check that the bearing shows no signs of wear of the races, balls and rollers;

If one of the above is found, change the whole water pump.

REMOVAL/REFITTING

• Remove the radiator (see specific paragraph).

1. Slacken the fastening screws and remove the water pump pulley.
2. Slacken the fastening screws and remove the left-hand timing belt cover.
3. Loosen the nut securing the left-hand belt tensioner, press the belt guide to overcome the force of the spring and lock the nut.

1. Impeller
2. Bearing
3. Pump casing
4. Air relief hole
5. Drain hole