Water Pump: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Subaru Impreza. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Install the water pump onto cylinder block (LH).
NOTE:
- Replace the gasket with a new one.
- When installing the water pump, tighten bolts in two stages in alphabetical sequence as shown in the figure.
Tightening torque:

First

12 N.m (1.2 kgf-m, 8.7 ft-lb)

Second

12 N.m (1.2 kgf-m, 8.7 ft-lb)

Fig 1: Identifying Water Pump Bolts Tightening Sequence
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Connect the hose to water pump.
Install the tensioner bracket.
Tightening torque:

25 N.m (2.5 kgf-m, 18.1 ft-lb)

Fig 2: Installing Tensioner Bracket
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Install the belt cover No. 2 (LH).
Tightening torque:

5 N.m (0.5 kgf-m, 3.6 ft-lb)

Fig 3: Installing Belt Cover No. 2 (LH Side)
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Install the camshaft sprockets (LH) by using ST. < Ref. to INSTALLATION , Camshaft Sprocket. >
Install the camshaft position sensor. < Ref. to INSTALLATION , Camshaft Position Sensor. >
Install the belt idler No. 2 (C).
Install the belt idler (B).
Install the automatic belt tension adjuster (A) which has tension rod held by pin. < Ref. to AUTOMATIC BELT TENSION ADJUSTER ASSEMBLY AND BELT IDLER , INSTALLATION, Timing Belt Assembly. >
Tightening torque:

39 N.m (4.0 kgf-m, 28.9 ft-lb)

Fig 4: Installing Belt Idlers & Automatic Belt Tension Adjuster
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Install the timing belt. < Ref. to INSTALLATION , Timing Belt Assembly. >
Install the V-belts. < Ref. to INSTALLATION , V-Belt. >
Install the radiator. < Ref. to INSTALLATION . >