Water Pump Inspection

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Reference: WATER PUMP REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

CAUTION: Do not disassemble water pump.
If any repair is required on pump, replace it as assembly.

Rotate water pump by hand to check for smooth operation. If pump does not rotate smoothly or makes abnormal noise, replace it.

Fig 1: Rotating Water Pump By Hand For Checking Smooth Operation

Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.