How do you change a water pump on a 89 accord LXi?

Question

I am using the Haynes Manual, however the book shows it very simply. When i look in the engine, i have to remove three belts just to get to the water pump. Replacing the pump should be relatively straight forward. Getting to it is the problem.

Reason why i want to change it, is because my car makes a rough knocking/gurgling sound when i accelerate or idle at a high rpm, and i think that my current water pump is clogged up and not allowing coolant to get through the engine block.

Any suggestions out there?

Answer 1

if you hear a knocking sound it might be the idler pulley, not the water pump. If it is the water pump it should have been replaced when you replace the timing belt at approx 55k miles. You have to remove the timimg belt to replace the water pump. It is a major repair bill if you have someone do it.

Answer 2

If the water pump was the problem, you would see the temperature rise on the engine. I doubt this is the problem. You should take the car to a mechanic to troubleshoot.

Answer 3

look guy if it's not leaking then thats not your problem what you need is an idler pulley if your car is overheating and not leaking then check your thermostat and radiator good luck