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Replacing Water Pump and Timing Kit

Model: Ford Focus MK 1 - Years 1998-2004
Part: Pump

It is always advisable to replace the water pump whenever you replace the timing belt, given the complexity of disassembly and the low cost of the pump itself. Before proceeding with disassembly, drain the water from the cooling system by unscrewing the cap on the radiator. Lift the vehicle with a jack and remove the front right wheel (including the wheel arch) to facilitate access to the timing chain. Then remove the coolant reservoir and the engine support; align the timing marks, loosen the tensioner, and remove the timing belt; remove the crankshaft pulley and continue with the removal of the water pump. Apply gasket sealant and install the new water pump, then the new tensioner and insert the new timing belt; reassemble the pulley, engine support, the reservoir, refill the cooling system, and start the engine, ensuring there is no air in the circuit.

Updated on 6 February 2026 by ScegliAuto

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