OEM 2004 Toyota Solara Water Pump

2004 Toyota Solara Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to replace the water pump assembly on 2004 Toyota Solara?

  A: The process of water pump assembly replacement begins with draining engine coolant followed by removing the front wheel RH along with front fender apron seal RH, engine moving control rod with bracket, engine mounting stay No.2 RH, and engine mounting bracket No.2 RH. The first step is removing the fan and generator V belt and proceeding to extract the generator assembly and water pump pulley as you apply Special Service Tool 09960-10010 (09962-01000, 09963-00700) to remove 4 bolts and pump pulley and disconnect the crankshaft position sensor wire harness clamp. After uninstalling the 4 bolts and 2 nuts as well as the bracket together with the water pump from its assembly. Take new water pump assembly installation steps that involve cleaning all contacting surfaces between water pump and cylinder block free from old packing material (FIPG) using a razor blade with gasket scraper while avoiding oil contact with the surfaces. Clean all parts with a solvent that leaves no residue before fitting seal packing (Part No. 08826-00080 or equivalent) onto the water pump and cutting a nozzle to 2.2 to 2.5 mm (0.09 to 0.10 inch) for application. Assemble parts within 5 minutes. Position the water pump with its bracket using the four bolts and two nuts under 9.0 Nm (92 kgf-cm, 80 inch lbs.) torque then resecure the crankshaft position sensor wire harness clamp. Execute the water pump pulley installation by using Special Service Tool: 09960-10010 (09962-01000, 09963-00700) to put in the 4 bolts while tightening them to 26 Nm (265 kgf-cm, 19 ft. lbs.). The last step involves reinstallation of the generator assembly and fan along with their V belt then installation of engine mounting bracket No.2 RH and related parts including the engine moving control rod with bracket and engine mounting stay No.2 RH and front fender apron seal RH and front wheel RH. Finish by adding engine coolant and inspecting for any leaks.