Kia Forte: Water pump Inspection
| 1. |
Check each part for cracks, damage or wear, and replace the coolant
pump assembly if necessary.
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| 2. |
Check the bearing for damage, abnormal noise and sluggish rotation,
and replace the coolant pump assembly if necessary.
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| 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 Removal and Installation
Water pump TroubleshootingFront Wiper Motor Component Location
1. Cap
2. Nut
3. Wiper arm & blade
4. Retainer
5. Cowl top cover
6. Bolt
7. Wiper motor & linkage assembly
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Removal
1.
Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
2.
Remove the front bumper cover.
(Refer to Body - "Front Bumper Cover")
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Radiator Removal and Installation
1.
Remove the cooling fan.
(Refer to Cooling System - "Cooling Fan")
2.
Remove the radiator upper hose (A).
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