Removal And Installation

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Loosen the drain plug, and then drain the engine coolant.
Remove the radiator cap to help drain the coolant faster.
Remove the drive belt after turning the drive belt tensioner counterclockwise.
(Refer to Timing System - "DRIVE BELT ")
Remove the water pump pulley (A).
Tightening torque:

7.8 - 9.8 N.m (0.8 - 1.0 kgf.m, 5.8 - 7.2 lb.ft)

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Remove the water pump sub assembly (A) with the gasket.
Tightening torque:

9.8 - 11.8 N.m (1.0 - 1.2 kgf.m, 7.2 - 8.7 lb.ft)

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Remove the exhaust manifold heat protector.
(Refer to Intake And Exhaust System - "REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ")
Remove the water pump housing (A) with the gasket.
Tightening torque

18.6 - 23.5 N.m (1.9 - 2.4 kgf.m, 13.7 - 17.4 lb.ft)

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Install in the reverse order of removal with a new water pump gasket.
Fill the engine coolant.
Start the engine and check for leaks.
Recheck the coolant level.