luan_luan

any 1 have a write up for DIY? i am stuck! can some 1 help me plz!

so far i removed the intake and the throttle thing for clearance. what should be my next step? seem to me like i need to remove all the belts ETC to get to the water pump. if some 1 have done it and live in Chicago land. im willing to give some cash to help me out. let me know! thanks

TexasHonda

Is this a 3.2TL or 2.5TL?

For both, the water pump is driven by timing belt and is usually replaced w/ timing belt work. If you aren't comfortable w/ timing belt replacement, you best bet is to call a tow truck and tow to a shop for help.

How do you know water pump is leaking?

good luck

luan_luan

i removed the cover on the right side of the engine where u can see the water pump. i see water leakin from the inside right next to the camshaft.

desired_speeds

3.2 or 2.5?????

luan_luan

its a 3.2 liter

desired_speeds

remove the battery, intake rubber hose, plastic wire harness cover, unplug everything in the way and fold the wiring harness over the top of the engine. Remove the top radiator hose if you need more clearance. remove all belts, crank pulley, a/c tensioner, dipstick tube, then start removing all the timing covers. YOu can now remove the timing belt tensioner and timing belt. After that remove the drivers side cam gear and the backing plate behind it (3 10mm bolts) Now you can remove the waterpump.

luan_luan

wow! that is crazy lol. how much do the mechanic usually charge for this? on my 240sx just 1 tensioner and 4 bolts and the water pump is out lol

KrayzieDxC

try craigslist ..local mechanic will give u a lower price..than dealer

i just got mine done for 120.00 with 6 can of beer and a pack of cig .everything was replace including thermosat..