Trouble Symptom
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Probable Cause
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Remedy
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Coolant leakage
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From the bleed hole of the water pump
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Visually check
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Check leaks after about 10 minutes of warming up.
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If coolant still leaks, replace the water pump.
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If leakage stops, reuse the water pump. (Do not replace the
pump with a new one.)
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Check the tightening of the water pump mounting bolts.
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Retighten the mounting bolts.
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Check damage of gaskets or inflow of dust.
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Replace the gasket and clean dust off.
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From outer surface of water pump
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Check the material for any cracks of the water pump.
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Material defect. If any cracks are found, replace the water
pump.
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Noise
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Inspection with a stethoscope
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After starting the engine, check noise with a stethoscope.
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If there is no noise, reuse the water pump (do not replace it).
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If there is any noise from the water pump, remove the drive
belt and recheck.
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Inspection after removing the drive belt.
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After removing the water pump and the drive belt, check noise
again.
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If there is noise, reuse the water pump. Check other drive line
parts.
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If there is no noise, replace the water pump with a new one.
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Inspection after removing the water pump
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After removing the water pump and the drive belt, check noise
again.
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If there is any interference between them, replace the water
pump with a new one.
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Overheating
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Loose impeller
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Poor coolant quality / Maintenance check
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Impeller seperated from the shaft
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Replace the water pump.
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Description and operation
Description and Operation
Electric Thermostat (ECT)
Overview
Optimal control of coolant temperature depending on the driving conditions
Operation Principle
Electric Thermostat (ECT) Structure
Repair procedures
Removal
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Be careful not to damage the parts located under the vehicle
(floor under cover, fuel filter, fuel tank and canister) when
raising the vehicle using the lift...
Other information:
Checking the Engine Oil Level
1. Follow all of the oil manufacturer's
precautions.
2. Be sure the vehicle is on the level
ground in P (Park) with the parking
brake set. If possible, block the
wheels.
3. Turn the engine on and allow the
engine to reach normal operating
temperature...
Components and components location
Components
[2WD]
1. Front muffler
2. Catalytic converter & Center muffler assembly
3. Rear muffler
4. Gasket
5. Hanger
[AWD]
1. Front muffler
2...