Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Coolant Pump
Special tools and workshop equipment required
- Drip Tray VAS 6208
- Hose Clip Pliers VAS 5024 A
Removing
Cover cap of expansion tank with rag and open carefully, as hot steam for example hot coolant may escape when opened.
-- Open cap of coolant expansion tank.
-- Remove the engine cover and air filter. Refer to Removal and Installation .
-- Remove noise insulation. Refer to Removal and Installation .
-- Drain the coolant. Refer to COOLING SYSTEM, DRAINING AND FILLING .
-- Remove toothed belt. Refer to TOOTHED BELT, WITHOUT DIVIDED TOOTHED BELT GUARD or TOOTHED BELT, WITH DIVIDED TOOTHED BELT GUARD .
-- Remove the coolant pump bolts -1- and then remove the coolant pump -2-.
-- Remove O-ring -3-.
Installing
Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following:
- For the correct tightening specifications, refer to COOLING SYSTEM OVERVIEW
-- Clean and/or smooth O-ring sealing surface.
-- Coat new O-ring -3- with coolant.
-- Insert coolant pump -2-.
- Installation position: Sealing plug in housing points downward.
-- Install toothed belt. Refer to TOOTHED BELT, WITHOUT DIVIDED TOOTHED BELT GUARD or TOOTHED BELT, WITH DIVIDED TOOTHED BELT GUARD .
-- Install the ribbed belt. Refer to RIBBED BELT .
-- Fill with coolant. Refer to COOLING SYSTEM, DRAINING AND FILLING .
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.