Engine Mechanical System
Water Pump Repair Procedures
In this manual: Engine Mechanical System
11steps
~66min
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Removal and Installation
- Loosen the drain plug, then drain the engine coolant. Remove the radiator cap to drain the coolant faster.
- Remove the drive belt. (Refer to Timing System in this group)
- Remove the water pump pulley (A).
Tightening torque: 9.8 ~ 11.8 N·m

- Remove the water pump assembly (A) with the gasket (B).
Tightening torque: 9.8 ~ 11.8 N·m

- Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
Install a new water pump gasket.
- Fill the engine coolant.
- Start the engine and check for leaks.
- Recheck the coolant level.
Inspection
- Inspect each component for cracks, damage, or wear, and replace the water pump assembly if necessary.
- Inspect the bearing for damage, abnormal noise, and rough rotation, and replace the water pump assembly if necessary.
- Check for coolant leakage. If coolant leaks from the hole, the seal is damaged. Replace the water pump assembly.
A small amount of "weeping" from the weep hole is normal.
Test yourself
A quick Hyundai Tucson LM quiz: every answer comes with an explanation and a link to the manual page.
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