Water Pump: Removal
- Drain cooling system. Disconnect negative battery cable. Remove drive belts. Discharge A/C system and disconnect compressor flexible suction hose from suction pipe (if equipped). On Samurai and Sidekick, remove cooling fan, fan shroud and fan clutch.
- On all models, remove pump pulley. Ensure No. 1 piston is at TDC of compression stroke. Remove crankshaft pulley bolts and crankshaft pulley. Remove timing belt cover. See TIMING BELT under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. Remove dipstick and tube. Remove alternator mounting bracket. Remove water pump.