need help!

[mrtuan]

hey all!
can anyone help me on how to replace the water pump? what do i need to remove in order to get to it? and what to do to get it out?
i tried looking it up but couldnt find anything on replacing the water pump itself =[
thanks alot!

[MR2Jedi]

it's very similar to the way you would remove the water pump from a Gen 2. You can use the BGB in the sticky.

[mrtuan]

Originally Posted by MR2BAD

You can use the BGB in the sticky.

thanks for the quick reply MR2BAD..
but whats a BGB in the sticky?
sorry but im such a noob when it comes to this as i havnt worked on the engine much..

[MR2Jedi]

You're Welcome
BGB=Big Green Book... The Manual for 2gen MR2's both N/A and turbo.
On the 1st page of the MR2 forum, the are some "Read Me's" at the top.
Here the Link:
http://mr2manual.nbcpgh.org/

How about posting some pics of your 2 for us?

[mrtuan]

lol thanks again.. manual was a big help!
i didnt know you had to remove the timing belt just to get to it
would you know if i have to take the engine out of the car just to get to it or can i do it with the engine stil intact?
i was thinking of doin it myself but dont have a hoist..
lol hmm i wouldnt know where to post it.. i've only started using this site..

[MR2Jedi]

You can post them in the introdution section or just start a new thread.
You need to support the engine from underneath and remove the passenger side motor mount for easier access. Remove the crank shaft pulley, front cover and the water pump pulley. Check your timing belt for wear while you're in there. Change interval is about 75K miles. But good to change while you have it apart.

[mrtuan]

lol ok.. i have it apart now.. finally! geez the i/c was such a bitch to get out.. i took your advice and brought a new timing belt to change while im at it, but i couldnt get my hands on the whole kit so its just the timing belt.. does it matter if i just change the timing belt alone without the kit?

[MR2Jedi]

I re used my front cover gasket. If it's in good condition, you should be OK.
here's another link with some good info on the whole timing belt thing. it'll show you how to re align the cam gears with the crank pulley. So, are u having fun yet? lol
http://www.mrtwo.net/mr2modproject/s...timingbelt.htm

[tHa kNiGHt FaLL]

change the idler pulley too...

and like he said... make sure you get the timing right.

[MR2Jedi]

Originally Posted by mrtuan

geez the i/c was such a bitch to get out..

It's easier and more roomy if you unbolt the A/C compressor without disconnecting the freon lines, and just move it over to the side as far as you can. I used a bungee cord to help hold it out of the way.
Also, when reinstalling the #1 idler pulley, make sure the washer is mounted behind the pulley bracket or the belt will not be aligned correctly and it will "walk" inwards and be chewed up in no time.

[mrtuan]

thanks for the heads up guys..
i noticed when replacing the water pump, the old one had a little release hole on the side whereas the new one didnt. would that be ok?
ive put everything back together now and the car seems all good.. so far.. lol
except for my thermofan for the i/c, it doesnt seem to be spinning. any ideas?
all and all i had heaps of fun and probably saved myself alot of money, its just i wont be able to see my gf for awhile.. wel she said atleast until i get rid of my black hands

[MR2Jedi]

Originally Posted by mrtuan

except for my thermofan for the i/c, it doesnt seem to be spinning. any ideas?
all and all i had heaps of fun and probably saved myself alot of money, its just i wont be able to see my gf for awhile.. wel she said atleast until i get rid of my black hands

as far as the IC fan, it is initialized by the sensor that is mounted to the underside of the engine lid. The fan will only come on underload when boosting. So you will prolly never see it come on. if you want to test it or let it run continuosly, then disconnect the sensor I refered to.