Removing the water pump for the engine coolant heater

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Fig 1: Engine Coolant Heater Hose

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Install hose clips on both the engine coolant hoses by the heat exchanger.

Position a container under the heater.

Disconnect the hoses.

Fig 2: Identifying Water Pump Mounting Nut

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Cut off the tie strap holding the protective cap over the control module. Lift off the protective cap.

Remove:

the connector
the nut for the water pump mounting. Hold the damper while removing the water pump.

NOTE: Note the position of the water pump on the holder.