How do you change the water pump on a 2000 Hyundai Elantra?

Answer 1

CAUTION: Some models are equipped with anti-theft-radio make sure you have the activation code before disconnecting battery

• Disconnect negative battery cable
• Drain cooling system if coolant is relatively new save it
• Remove the accessory drivebelt
• Loosen the water pump pulley bolts.Remove the water pump pulley bolts and then remove the pulley
• Remove the alternator.Note the position of the alternator bracket on the water pump it must be installed in the same position when installing the water pump.Remove the alternator bracket bolts they're also water pump bolts and then remove the other four bolts from the water pump
• Loosen the hose clamp and then disconnect the water pump coolant inlet pipe connection hose.Detach the coolant inlet pipes from the block and then disconnect the coolant inlet pipe from the water pump mounting boss.Remove and discard the old o-ring
• Clean the bolt threads and the threaded holes in the engine to remove corrosion and sealant
• Compare the new pump to the old one to make sure they're identical
• Remove all traces of old gasket material from the engine with a gasket scraper