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Leaking coolant?

Tiny
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  • 1996 SUBARU SVX
  • 159,000 MILES
In the video it's leaking but I don't know if it's the water pump, is it?
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Wednesday, May 24th, 2023 AT 11:03 AM

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Tiny
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Hi,

In the video, am I looking at the bottom of the timing belt cover? If I am, you will need to remove the cover to inspect the pump. See pic below. Chances are that is where it is coming from.

Also, if you do need to replace the pump, also replace the belt at the same time unless it is newer.

Let me know what you find behind the cover.

Take care,

Joe

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Wednesday, May 24th, 2023 AT 9:20 PM
Tiny
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So, it's behind the thermostat housing which is at the bottom of the car. So I'm not sure.
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Wednesday, May 24th, 2023 AT 9:36 PM
Tiny
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Hi,

Here are the directions from my manual. Take a look and let me know if you are comfortable performing them. The directions are for replacing the pump. This is what I needed to do to access the pump.

Let me know if this helps.

Joe

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Thursday, May 25th, 2023 AT 7:22 PM

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