Coolant pump, removing and installing: Removing

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NOTE:

Always replace gaskets and seals.
The lower part of the toothed belt cover can remain installed.
Leave toothed belt in position on the crankshaft sprocket.
Cover the toothed belt with a cloth to protect it from coolant before removing the coolant pump.

Drain coolant. Refer to Cooling system, draining and filling .
Remove ribbed belt. Refer to Ribbed belt, removing and installing .
Remove right headlight: Refer to 94 LIGHTS, SWITCHES - EXTERIOR
Remove connecting pipe between charge air cooler and intake manifold. Refer to Charge air cooler components, assembly overview .

Remove upper and center toothed belt cover and.
Remove toothed belt from camshaft sprocket, injection pump sprocket and coolant pump sprocket. Refer to Toothed belt, removing, installing and tensioning

Fig 1: Identifying Coolant Pump, Idler Pulley, & Bolts

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Remove bolt - 1 - from idler pulley - 2 - and press down approx. 30 mm.
Remove coolant pump bolts - 3 - and carefully remove coolant pump - 4 - between engine bracket and rear toothed belt cover.