Water Pump Removal/Installation (2.3L) - Mazda B-Series 1997 Workshop Manual

WATER PUMP
WATER PUMP
REMOVAL I INSTALLATION
Caution
Do not disassemble the water pump. If a problem is found, replace the water pump assembly.
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Drain the engine coolant.
3. Remove the two fan shroud attaching screws and lift the fan shroud out of the two lower attaching clips.
4. Remove the four cooling fan retaining bolts, the cooling fan and fan shroud.
5. Lift the drive belt tensioner pulley in a counterclockwise direction and remove the drive belt.
6. Remove the water pump pulley.
7. Disconnect the heater hose from the water pump.
8. Remove the timing belt outer cover.
9. Disconnect the lower radiator hose from the water pump.
10. Remove in the order shown in the figure.
11. Install in the reverse order of removal.
ENGINE
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1. Water pump
2. Gasket
Steps After Installation
1. Fill the radiator with the specified amount and type of engine coolant. (Refer to page E l -4.)
2. Connect the negative battery cable.
3. Start the engine and check for leaks.
4. Bleed the cooling system. (Refer to page E l -5.)