1998 Vauxhall Omega Water pump replacement

1998 VAUXHALL OMEGA
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MIKEFEDO
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1998 Vauxhall Omega Two Wheel Drive Manual 130000 miles

Dear 2 Car Pros

I would like some advice about an S Reg 2.5 litre Vauxhall Omega Estate.

The water pump needs replacing as does the drive belt.

I have removed the Carb Air Intake hoses so as I can see the area clearly.

However, the pump is halfway out of its housing and I am unsure of how I can remove it safely.

You're advice would be crucial.

Thanks

Mike Davies - A new member.
Mar 4, 2010 at 10:53 AM
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DAVE H
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What do you mean by "pump half way out of housing" ?? could you supply picture ? .. remove the belt .. remove pump bolts .. replace pump with new
Mar 8, 2010 at 4:13 AM
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MIKEFEDO
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Hi Dave H

Please excuse my lack of technical description of the problem, I am a DIY kinda guy on a budget.

I have purchased a new water pump and recognise what is going on in the parts of the pump I cannot see.

I now understand that I need to secure a spanner on the lug and then unscrew the 3 retaining bolts located around the lug.

Then I shall be able to access the other 3 bolts that mate the water pump to the engine.

Thank you very much for replying to my question. Nice to see that people still care.

Regards

Mike.
Mar 8, 2010 at 5:23 AM
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