Removal and Installation: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Infiniti QX56. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Drain engine coolant so that no engine coolant comes out from water pump fitting hole. Refer to
"DRAINING ENGINE COOLANT
".CAUTION: Perform when the engine is cold.
- Remove the engine front undercover using power tool.
- Remove the air duct and resonator assembly. Refer to "AIR CLEANER AND AIR DUCT ".
- Remove the drive belt. Refer to "DRIVE BELTS ".
- Remove the water pump pulley.
- Remove the water pump.
- Engine coolant will leak from the cylinder block, so have a receptacle ready below.
CAUTION: Handle water pump vane so that it does not contact any other parts.