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In order to replace the water pump?

Tiny
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  • 1988 HONDA ACCORD
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I own a 1988 Honda accord lx, with ac, 1955 cc 4cyl, carb engine. My haynes manual says in order to replace the water pump, I DO NOT have to replace the timing belt or remove its cover; Is this true? If so, how many man hours are involved also?

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Monday, January 30th, 2012 AT 11:04 PM

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Tiny
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Dunno the costs due to it varies with location

WATER PUMP
Removal
Drain radiator. Remove alternator drive belt and water pump pulley. Remove water pump retaining bolts. Remove water pump and "O" ring seal.
Installation
To install, reverse removal procedure using new "O" rings. Tighten bolts to specification. Loosen cooling system bleed bolt on thermostat housing. Fill radiator with coolant. Close bleed bolt when steady stream of coolant appears.
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