Kia Sportage: Water pump: Repair procedures| Removal and Installation |
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Loosen the drain plug, and then drain the engine coolant. Remove the radiator cap to drain with speed. |
| 2. |
Remove the drive belt (A) after turning the drive belt tensioner (B) counterclockwise.
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| 3. |
Remove the water pump pulley (A).
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| 4. |
Remove the water pump sub assembly (A) with the gasket.
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| 5. |
Remove the exhaust manifold heat protectors (A).
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| 6. |
Remove the water pump cover (A) with the gasket and the water inlet pipe (B).
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| 7. |
Installation is reverse order of removal with a new water pump gasket. |
| 8. |
Fill the engine coolant. |
| 9. |
Start the engine and check for leaks. |
| 10. |
Recheck the coolant level. |
| Inspection |
| 1. |
Check each part for cracks, damage or wear, and replace the coolant pump assembly if necessary. |
| 2. |
Check the bearing for damage, abnormal noise and sluggish rotation, and replace the coolant pump assembly if necessary. |
| 3. |
Check for coolant leakage. If coolant leaks from hole, the seal is defective. Replace the coolant pump assembly.
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Water pump: Components and Components Location
Water pump: TroubleshootingClosing the hood
1.Before closing the hood, check the following:
All filler caps in the engine compartment must be correctly installed.
Gloves, rags or any other combustible material must be removed from the
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Seat belt restraint system
For maximum restraint system protection, the seat belts must always be used
whenever the vehicle is moving. A properly positioned shoulder belt should be
positioned midway over your shoulder ...