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water pump :x
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Thanks for the checks wizard - unfortunately, it was the water pump :x
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Just opened up the header tank to check the level, and another big gush came out from underneath....
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Replace by a diy'er (not a stranger
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Does this sound like water pump failure, and if so, is this easily changed by a DIY'er (not a stranger to spanners etc)?
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Replace water pump
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Does anyone have the procedure to change the water pump?
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Use attached link
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Just removed it using the attached link, which showed a step-by-step guide to replacing the water pump:
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Hi all,
Just came back home and noticed a rattling noise coming from the rear for the past mile or so. Parked it up and white smoke coming out of the 'boot' lid, and water leaking from water pump area.
Does this sound like water pump failure, and if so, is this easily changed by a DIY'er (not a stranger to spanners etc)? Does anyone have the procedure to change the water pump?
Thanks
The pulley moves easily enough to get the belt off.
Before diving in let it dry off, add some water when cold and check that it's not a split hose or clip that has let go as sometimes water will splash over the engine pulleys/alternator and cause squealing.....suggesting the pump has gone......when it has not!
Chances are it is though but spend 10 mins confirming before picking up the spanners.
Thanks for the checks wizard - unfortunately, it was the water pump :x
Just removed it using the attached link, which showed a step-by-step guide to replacing the water pump:
http://p-car.com/996/diy/waterpump/
The only possible addition I could make to the link would be that you have to remove one of the smaller pulleys above the water pump to allow it to be lifted up and out. Took me about 2 hours to get it off - new one coming on Friday, so I'll post how that goes...
Other than that, this is a TOP link, and could do with being posted in FAQ / workshop procedure section if any op's pick this up.
