Kawasaki Z1000 - ZR1000 2003-04 Service Manual - Small Engine ...

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4-10 COOLING SYSTEM
Water Pump
Water Pump Removal
• Refer to Oil Pump Removal in the Engine Lubrication System
chapter.
Water Pump [A]
Front [B]
Water Pump Installation
• Refer to Oil Pump Installation in the Engine Lubrication
System chapter.
Water Pump Inspection
• Check the drainage outlet passage [A] at the bottom of
the water pump body for coolant leaks.
If the mechanical seal is damaged, the coolant leaks
through the seal and drains through the passage. Replace
the mechanical seal in the water pump body (see
this section).
Front [B]
• Visually inspect the water pump impeller [A].
If the surface is corroded or if the blades are damaged,
replace the impeller.
Water Pump Body [B]
Mechanical Seal Replacement
• Remove the water pump body [A] (see Oil Pump Removal
in the Engine Lubrication System chapter).
• Insert a metal rod [B] into the water pump body and
tap evenly around the mechanical seal [C] until the seal
comes off.
Replace the mechanical seal with a new one.
• Using a thin-bladed screwdriver, pry out the oil seal [D].