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Where is the water pump located in the Opel Astra?

Model: Vauxhall Astra Astra G - Years 1998-2006
Part: Pump

In this video, we can see where the water pump is located in the Opel Astra G, which is useful in case it is malfunctioning and we need to replace it. As shown, it is located in the right area of the engine, to our left if we are facing the car from the front, at about halfway up. To access it, we will first need to remove the filter box, and then remove the right engine support and the rocker support, going underneath the vehicle. This is both a complex and delicate operation, so it is recommended to do it in the presence of an experienced technician.

Posted on 30 June 2023 by ScegliAuto

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