Water Pump Inspection

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Honda Pilot, 2010 Honda Pilot, and 2009 Honda Pilot. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the timing belt (see TIMING BELT REMOVAL ).
Turn the water pump pulley counterclockwise, and check that it turns freely. If it does not turn freely, replace the water pump (see Water Pump Replacement ).
NOTE: When you check the water pump, you may see a small amount of "weeping" from the bleed holes (A). This is normal.

Fig 1: Identifying Bleed Holes
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Install the timing belt (see TIMING BELT INSTALLATION ).