- Replacement water pump
- New gasket
- Socket set
- Pliers
- Screwdriver
- Drain pan
- Funnel
Installation:
1. Prepare the vehicle. Disconnect the battery and allow the engine to cool. Drain the radiator by opening the petcock or removing the lower radiator hose.
2. Locate the water pump. The water pump is located on the front of the engine, near the timing belt. It is usually held in place by four bolts.
3. Remove the water pump bolts. Use a socket set to remove the four bolts that hold the water pump in place. Be careful not to drop the bolts into the engine.
4. Remove the water pump. Once the bolts are removed, you can carefully lift the water pump off the engine. Be careful not to spill any coolant that may be trapped inside the pump.
5. Inspect the water pump gasket. The old water pump gasket will need to be removed and replaced with a new one. Inspect the gasket for any damage or wear. If the gasket is damaged, it must be replaced.
6. Install the new gasket. Place the new gasket on the water pump and align the holes with the holes in the engine block.
7. Install the water pump. Carefully lower the water pump onto the engine block, aligning the holes in the pump with the holes in the gasket.
8. Insert the bolts. Insert the four bolts that hold the water pump in place and tighten them until they are snug. Be careful not to overtighten the bolts, as this could damage the threads.
9. Close the valves and fill the radiator. Close the petcock or reconnect the lower radiator hose. Fill the radiator with coolant until it reaches the "Full" mark.
10. Run the engine. Start the engine and let it run for a few minutes. Check for any leaks around the water pump. If there are no leaks, turn off the engine and reinstall the battery.
