Water Pump Inspection

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Honda Odyssey and 2005 Honda Odyssey. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the timing belt:
- J35A6 engine (see TIMING BELT REMOVAL )
- J35A7 engine (see TIMING BELT REMOVAL )
Turn the water pump pulley counterclockwise. Check that it turns freely. If it doesn't turn smoothly, replace the water pump (see WATER PUMP INSPECTION ).
NOTE: When you check the water pump pulley, you may see a small amount of "weeping" from the bleed holes (A). This is normal.

Fig 1: Checking Water Pump Pulley For Small Amount Of "Weeping" From Bleed Holes
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Install the timing belt:
- J35A6 engine (see TIMING BELT INSTALLATION )
- J35A7 engine (see TIMING BELT INSTALLATION )