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Lexus IS - Video tutorial

Model: Lexus IS MK 1 - Years 1998-2005
Part: Pump
Operation: Water pump replacement instructions

The water pump is driven by the timing belt, therefore it is suggested to carry out this repair only if you have good knowledge of mechanics, as a mistake could seriously damage the engine. Once the radiator has been removed, the timing belt can be easily accessed: then align the timing references and proceed with removing the toothed belt and the auxiliary belt. Then proceed with disassembling the water pump which is right next to the tensioner; apply thread locker to the pulley fixing studs and tighten them using the nut-lock nut technique. Carefully clean the pump seat and proceed with the installation of the new pump by applying the relative gasket and, if necessary, some sealing compound. Complete the assembly by installing the tensioner and then the toothed belt and the auxiliary belt (given the complexity of the operations, it is advisable to replace the belts in any case).


Posted on 27 July 2023 by ScegliAuto



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