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Sat 28 Jun 2008 19:58

04 1.6 (auto) water pump leaks - mbah4

Can anyone advise me if it is possible to replace the waterpump in situ without having to replace the timing belt as well? The auxiliary belt will of course be replaced in the process.

The Haynes manual appears to indicate that it is possible for the 1.6 petrol engine but photos in the manual do not appear to bear this out.

Secondly are there any known issues with refilling the cooling system such as air bleeding etc??

After 47,000 reliable miles it decided to spring a major leak the night before we were due to drive across France - I suppose that's better than doing it on the way!

Thanks for your help

Edited by Pugugly on 28/06/2008 at 20:02

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