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Repair Procedures: Installation

  1. Clean the gasket surfaces of the engine coolant pump body and the cylinder block.
    Fig 1: Water Pipe And O-Ring Surfaces
    G00340238Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  2. Install the new engine coolant pump gasket and pump assembly. Tighten the bolts to the specified torque.

    Tightening torque 

    Engine coolant pump bolt:

    Head mark "7": 17-22 N.m (170-220 kg. cm, 12-16 lb. ft)

    Fig 2: Identifying Water Pump Mounting Bolts
    G00340239Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  3. Install the water pump fitting, the thermostat case and the water outlet fitting.
  4. Install the auto tensioner and timing belt. Adjust the timing belt tension, then install the timing belt cover.
  5. Install the driver belt, coolant pump pulley and then adjust the auto tensioner.
  6. Refill the coolant.
  7. Run the engine and check for leaks.
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