Kia Sorento XM 2011-2023 Repair Manual
Water Pump Removal and Installation
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10steps
~60min
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- Loosen the drain plug, then drain the engine coolant. Remove the radiator cap to drain the coolant faster.
- Remove the drive belt by turning the drive belt tensioner counterclockwise. (Refer to Timing System - "Drive Belt")
- Remove the water pump pulley (A).
Tightening torque: 7.8 ~ 9.8 N·m

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

- Remove the exhaust manifold heat shield. (Refer to Intake and Exhaust System - "Exhaust Manifold")
- Remove the water pump housing (B) with the gasket and the water inlet pipe (A). Tightening torque: Bolt (A): 9.8 ~ 11.8 N·m Bolt (B): 18.6 ~ 24 N·m

- Install in the reverse order of removal, using a new water pump gasket.
- Fill the engine coolant.
- Start the engine and check for leaks.
- Recheck the coolant level.
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