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WATER PUMP
WATER PUMP
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WARNING:
Do not remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot. Serious burns could occur from high-pressure
engine coolant escaping from the radiator. Wrap a th ick cloth around the cap. Slowly push down and
turn it a quarter turn to allow built-up pressure to escape. Carefully remove the cap by pushing it down
and turning it all the way.
CAUTION:
• When removing water pump assembly, be car eful not to get coolant on drive belt.
• Water pump cannot be disassembled and should be replaced as a unit.
• After installing water pump, connect hose and clamp securely, then check for leaks using radiator
cap tester.
NOTE:
When removing components such as hoses, tubes/lines, etc. , cap or plug openings to prevent fluid from spill-
ing.
Removal and InstallationINFOID:0000000009460398
REMOVAL
1. Drain engine coolant from the radiator. Refer to CO-12, "Changing Engine Coolant".
CAUTION:
Perform when the engine is cold.
2. Remove the core support cover clips (A), then remove the core support cover (1).
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1. Water pump 2-5. Tightening order 6. Gasket
7. Water pump housing 8-11. Tightening order 12. Water pipe
13. Gasket 14. O-ring
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3. Remove fender protector side cover (RH). Refer to
EXT-26, "FENDER PROTECTOR : Removal and
Installation".
4. Remove engine under cover. Refer to EXT-17, "Removal and Installation"
.
5. Remove engine room cover. Refer to EXT-17, "Removal and Installation"
.
6. Remove front air duct. Refer to EM-84, "Removal and Installation"
.
7. Remove generator. Refer to CHG-32, "Removal and Installation"
.
8. Remove water pump bolts.
9. Remove the water pump and gasket, as necessary. CAUTION:
• Handle the water pump vane so that it does not contact any other parts.
• Water pump cannot be disassembled an d should be replaced as an assembly.
10. Remove water pipe, O-rings, water pump housing, and gasket.
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
• Visually check that there is no significant dirt or rusting on the water pump body and vane.
• Check that there is no looseness in the vane shaft, and that it turns
smoothly when rotated by hand.
• If the water pump does not perform properly, replace the water pump assembly.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
• When inserting water pipe end to cylinder block, apply a mild soap to O-ring. Then insert it immediately.
CAUTION:
Do not reuse O-rings.
Do not reuse gasket.
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION
• After installation refill engine coolant and check for leaks. Refer to CO-12, "Changing Engine Coolant" and
CO-11, "System Inspection"
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THERMOSTAT AND THERMOSTAT HOUSINGCO-23
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• Place a thread so that it is caught
in the valves of the thermostat.
Immerse fully in a container filled with water. Heat while stirring.
• The valve opening temperature is the temperature at which the
valve opens and the thermostat falls from the thread.
• Continue heating. Check the full-open lift amount. NOTE:
The full-open lift amount standard temperature for the thermostat is
the reference value.
• After checking the full-open lift amount, lower the water tempera-
ture and check the valve closing temperature.
• If valve setting at measured values are out of standard range, replace thermostat.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
• Install the thermostat with the whole circumference of the flange fit-
ting securely inside the rubber ring.
• Install the thermostat with the jiggle valve facing upwards. The
position deviation may be within the range of ±10 °.
• After installation, refill coolant and check for leaks. Refer to CO-
12, "Changing Engine Coolant" and CO-11, "System Inspection".
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Thermostat Standard Values
Valve opening temperature Refer to CO-26, "Thermostat"
Full-open lift amount Refer to CO-26, "Thermostat"
Valve closing temperature Refer to CO-26, "Thermostat"
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2. Remove the core support cover clips (A), then remove the core
support cover (1).
3. Remove air cleaner assembly and front air duct. Refer to EM-84, "Removal and Installation"
.
4. Remove the engine room cover. Refer to EM-28, "Removal and Installation"
.
5. Remove the upper radiator hose, heater pipe, electric throttle control actuator inlet hose, water hose, and
water temperature sensor.
6. Remove the water outlet, O-ring and gasket. CAUTION:
• Do not reuse O-ring.
• Do not reuse gasket.
• Do not reuse water outlet.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
• Install the engine coolant temperature sensor. Use Genuine RTV Silicone Seal ant or equivalent. Refer to GI-21, "Recommended Chemical Products
and Sealants".
• Install the heater pipe, first apply a mild soap to t he O-ring and quickly insert the heater pipe into the hous-
ing.
CAUTION:
• Do not reuse O-ring.
• Do not reuse gasket.
• Do not reuse water outlet.
• After installation, refill coolant and check for leaks. Refer to CO-12, "Changing Engine Coolant"
and CO-11,
"System Inspection".
CAUTION:
Do not spill coolant in engi ne compartment. Use a shop cloth to absorb coolant.
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PREPARATION
PREPARATION
Special Service ToolINFOID:0000000009460408
The actual shapes of the tools may
differ from those illustrated here.
Commercial Service ToolINFOID:0000000009460409
Tool number
(TechMate No.)
Tool name Description
EG17650301
(J-33984-A)
Radiator cap tester adapter Adapting radiator cap tester to radiator cap
and radiator filler neck
a: 28 (1.10) dia.
b: 31.4 (1.236) dia.
c: 41.3 (1.626) dia.
Unit: mm (in)
K V 1 0 1111 0 0
(J-37228)
Seal cutter Removing chain tensioner cover and water
pump cover
KV991J0070
(J-45695)
Coolant Refill Tool Refilling engine cooling system
—
(J-23688)
Engine coolant refractometer Checking concentration of ethylene glycol in
engine coolant
S-NT564
NT046
LMA053
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OVERHEATING CAUSE ANALYSIS
Except cool-
ing system
parts mal-
function — Overload on engine
Abusive driving
High engine rpm under no
load
Driving in low gear for ex-
tended time
Driving at extremely high
speed
Powertrain sy stem malfunc-
tion
—
Installed improper size
wheels and tires
Dragging brakes
Improper ignition timing
Blocked or restricted air
flow Blocked bumper Blocked air flow
—
Blocked radiator grille
Installed car brassiere
Mud contamination or paper
clogging
Blocked radiator Blocked air flow
Blocked condenser
Installed large fog lamp
Symptom Check items
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
ENGINE COOLANT
System InspectionINFOID:0000000009460413
WARNING:
Do not remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot. Serious burns could occur from high-pressure
engine coolant escaping from the radiator. Wrap a thick cloth around the cap. Slowly push down and
turn it a quarter turn to allow built-up pressure to escape. Carefully remove the cap by pushing it down
and turning it all the way.
CHECKING COOLING SYSTEM HOSES
Check hoses for the following:
• Improper attachment
• Leaks
•Cracks
• Damage
• Loose connections
• Chafing
• Deterioration
CHECKING RESERVOIR LEVEL
• Check if the reservoir tank coolant level is within MIN to MAX
range when the engine is cool.
• Adjust coolant level if it is too much or too little.
CHECKING COOLING SYSTEM FOR LEAKS
To check for leaks, apply pressure to the cooling system using suit-
able tool (A) and Tool (B).
WARNING:
Do not remove the radiator cap wh en the engine is hot. Serious
burns could occur from high pressure coolant escaping from
the radiator.
CAUTION:
Higher pressure than specified may cause radiator damage.
CHECKING RADIATOR CAP
1. Inspect the radiator cap. • Replace the cap if the metal plunger cannot be seen around the edge of the black rubber gasket.
• Replace the cap if deposits of waxy residue or other foreign material are on the black rubber gasket or
the metal retainer.
NOTE:
Thoroughly wipe out the radiator filler neck to remove any waxy residue or foreign material.
SMA412B
Tool number : EG17650301 (J-33984-A)
Testing pressure : Refer to CO-53, "Radiator"
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ENGINE COOLANT
2. Pull the negative-pressure valve to open it and check that it
closes completely when released.
• Check that there is no dirt or damage on the valve seat of the
radiator cap negative-pressure valve.
• Check that there are no abnormalities in the opening and clos- ing conditions of the negative-pressure valve.
3. Check radiator cap relief pressure using suitable tool and Tool. • When connecting the radiator cap to the tester, apply water orcoolant to the cap seal surface.
• Replace the radiator cap if there is an abnormality in the nega-
tive-pressure valve, or if the open-valve pressure is outside of
the standard values.
CHECKING RADIATOR
Check radiator for mud or clogging. If necessary, clean radiator as follows.
CAUTION:
• Be careful not to bend or damage the radiator fins.
• When radiator is cleaned on-vehicle, remove surr ounding parts in order to access the radiator core.
Tape the harness and electrical connectors to prevent water from entering.
1. Spray water to the back side of the radiator co re using a side to side motion from the top down.
2. Stop spraying when debris no longer flows from radiator core.
3. Blow air into the back side of radiator core using a side to side motion from the top down.
• Use compressed air lower than 490 kPa (5 kg/cm
2, 71 psi) and keep distance more than 30 cm (11.8 in).
4. Continue to blow air until no water sprays out.
5. Check for coolant leaks. Repair as necessary.
Changing Engine CoolantINFOID:0000000009460414
WARNING:
Do not remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot. Serious burns could occur from high-pressure
engine coolant escaping from the radiator. Wrap a th ick cloth around the cap. Slowly push down and
turn it a quarter turn to allow built-up pressure to escape. Carefully remove the cap by pushing it down
and turning it all the way.
DRAINING ENGINE COOLANT
1. Remove the engine under cover. Refer to EXT-17, "Removal and Installation".
2. Open the radiator drain plug at the bottom of the radi ator and remove the radiator filler cap. This is the
only step required when partially draining the cooling system (radiator only).
CAUTION:
• Do not allow the coolant to contact the drive belts.
• Perform this step when engine is cold.
3. Follow this step for heater core removal/replac ement only. Disconnect the upper heater hose at the
engine side and apply moderate air pressure [103.46 kPa (1.055 kg/cm
2, 15 psi) maximum air pressure]
into the hose for 30 seconds to blow t he excess coolant out of the heater core.
4. When draining all of the coolant in the system, re move the reservoir tank and drain the coolant, then clean
the reservoir tank before installation.
CAUTION:
SMA967B
Tool number : EG17650301 (J-33984-A)
Standard : Refer to CO-53, "Radiator"
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