Workshop Manual

EPA07/10 DD PLATFORM WORKSHOP MANUAL - ENGINE

29.3 INSPECTION OF THE WATER PUMP

Slight weeping from the weep hole in the bottom of water pump is normal. The water pump

should only be replaced if there is a heavy leak from the weep hole. The water pump should only

be replaced after all of the following inspections have been performed.

Inspect as follows:

NOTICE:

Before rep lacing the water pump for a belt noise there are some

basic checks that need to be done. Refer to the “Belt Noise”

section in the Troubleshooting Manual to correctly determine the

cause of the belt noise.

1. Clean the water pump and surrounding area.

2. Drain the cooling system.

3. Remove the water pump.

4. Inspect the inside of the water pump ( 1) for cavitations or corrosion, replace pump if

damaged.

5. Inspect the blades (3) on the water pump for cracks or damage; replace the pump i f

damaged.

6. Inspect the bearings in the pump for slop, tight, or a choppy feeling; replace t he pump if

damaged.

7. Inspect the water pump seal (2) for damage. Replace the seal if damaged.

All information subject to change without notice.