Removal and Installation

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Drain the engine cooling system. Refer to COOLING SYSTEM DRAINING, FILLING AND BLEEDING .
Remove the air cleaner outlet tube.
Remove the water pump belt tensioner, if equipped. Refer to BELT TENSIONER - WATER PUMP .

Fig 1: Locating Three Hoses Of Water Pump
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Disconnect the three hoses.

Fig 2: Locating Bolts For Water Pump Removal
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Remove the bolts and the water pump assembly.

Fig 3: Locating Water Pump Removal Bolts
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Separate the water pump from the water pump housing.
NOTE:
- Clean and inspect the sealing surfaces.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.