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Old 07-01-11, 11:18 PM
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Need help with replacing water pump

I am replacing the water pump tomorrow. and i do not have a service manual. I wasn't sure if there was a torque patten or something I should know. or any other helpful advice before I start. I am replacing it because it is leaking.
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look here and go through the FSM.
http://foxed.ca/foxed/index.php?page=rx7manual
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When you remove the old one use a chisel or sharp flat head screwdriver to separate the pump from the housing - I've been told that if you don't do this you run the risk of damaging the housing's rear gasket's seal..

Other than that, I don't think you need the service manual.. Just be careful not to over tighten the nuts.
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Its pretty straight forward. Make sure you clean up the gasket surfaces good.
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I got the water pump on but had to leave it at the place I was working at. It is a shop on base. I am having issues with the fitment of the corksport raditor. mainly with the shourd fitting and clearing the fan.
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I'm a little late to the thread, but there is a pattern for tightening the water pump bolts listed in the Haynes Repair Manuel. Facing the pump #1 should be the bolt at roughly 3:00/4:00. #2 is at 12:00, #3 is at 6:00, #4 is at 9:00, #5 is at roughly 1:00 and #6 is at 11:00. Torque specs are listed at 13-20 ft lbs.

I've got this on my list of things to do as well. Keep having to add small amounts of coolant every month or so.
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You should change out the gasket that goes between the water pump and motor block. When i changed mines, while pulling trying to get the pump out that gasket ripped. http://www.atkinsrotary.com/store/pr...cat=754&page=1
P.S. use RTV for extra sealant
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Make sure your belts are not over tightened when you put them on... I made that mistake and ruined the bearing on my brand new Bosch pump. Luckily it has a 12-month warranty so i will be picking up a new one.

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