Kia Forte: Water pump Removal and Installation
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Loosen the drain plug, and then drain the engine coolant. Remove
the radiator cap to help drain the coolant faster.
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| 2. |
Remove the drive belt.
(Refer to Timing System – “Drive Belt”)
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| 3. |
Remove the water pump pulley (A).
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| 4. |
Remove the water pump assembly (A) with the gasket (B).
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| 5. |
Install in the reverse order of removal.
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| 6. |
Fill the engine coolant.
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| 7. |
Start the engine and check for leaks.
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| 8. |
Recheck the coolant level.
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Water pump Components
Water pump InspectionElectronic climate control system
Controls for:
temperature
MENU enters the Climate setting
menu in the Info Display
fan speed
automatic mode AUTO
cooling A/C
manual air recirculation
demisting and defrosting
heated r ...
Replacement
1.
Remove the air cleaner assembly.
(Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "Air Cleaner")
2.
Remove the battery and battery tray ...
Inspection
1.
Uplift the vehicle with lift.
2.
Loosen the oil filler plug (A).
3.
Check the oil level.
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