Kia Carens. Manual - part 48

  2001 > 1.8L DOHC >

 

Removal

Do not disassemble water pump assembly. If a problem is found, replace assembly as a unit.

1. Disconnect negative battery cable.

2. Drain engine coolant.

3. Remove timing belt (Refer to timing belt removal).

4. Remove tensioner and idler.

5. Remove water pump.

Installation

1. Remove any gasket fragments, dirt of oil from sealing surfaces.

2. Install new gasket on water pump.

To prevent dropping the gasket when installing, put sealant in gasket groove. But do not apply to
sealing surfaces.

3. Install water pump.

Tightening torque : 14~19 lb-ft(19~26 N·m, 1.9~2.6 kg-m)

4. Install tensioner, idler and timing belt.(Refer to timing belt replacement)

5. Fill engine coolant.

6. Connect negative battery cable.

7. Start engine and check for leaks.

Inspection

1. Check water pump for cracks and damage.

2. Check for abnormal noise, bearing sticking or loose.

3. Replace water pump if necessary.

Engine Mechanical System

 Cooling System - Thermostat

Engine Mechanical System

  2001 > 1.8L DOHC >

 

Removal

1. Disconnect negative battery cable.

2. Drain engine coolant.

3. Remove bolt and nut of termostat housing.

4. Remove thermostat housing and thermostat.

Installation

1. Install thermostat into cylinder head with jiggle pin positioned up.

2. Install new gasket.