Water Pump: Testing and Inspection

CLEANING AND INSPECTION

CAUTION: Do not immerse the water pump in solvent. The solvent may enter the water pump's permanently lubricated bearings and cause premature bearing failure.

1. Rotate the water pump. The water pump should turn straight and smoothly. If the hub wobbles, is noisy or feels "lumpy" when turned, replace the water pump.





2. Inspect the water crossover for signs of leakage. If coolant leakage is evident, inspect and replace the O-ring seal in the crossover housing.
3. Examine the water pump shaft on the pulley side of the pump. If coolant leakage is evident, replace the water pump.