How to Replace a Water Pump in a Vehicle

Your water pump helps your engine to cool down when it is overheating. So today, I will be replacing a water pump. So let’s get started, just follow the steps below to continue.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

1. The first thing you want to do is drain the coolant.

2. Remove the bolt for the water pump. While you are removing the belt, inspect all belts and replace any that needs replacement.

3. Now begin to remove the bolts that hold the water pump onto the engine.

4. Remove the lower radiator hose from the water pump.

5. Now remove the water pump.

6. Clean out the water pump housing. It may have old gasket, metal shavings etc.

7. Compare the new water pump to the old one to ensure correct replacement.

8. Put the bolts on the water pump first then place it on the water pump housing.

9. Tighten up all bolts. Reconnect any hoses that you removed earlier. Put the belt back on. Refill the radiator with coolant and you are done.