Citroen ZX water leak

oscarloco · Unread post by **oscarloco** » 24 Nov 2003, 23:02

I own a '94 ZX Volcane 2.0 and it has developed a water leak by the pulleys. My guess is a faulty water pump. Does anybody know how can I be sure? And if it is the water pump, how hard is to replace it? What is the procedure?

AndersDK · Unread post by **AndersDK** » 25 Nov 2003, 00:11

You can be pretty sure it's the water pump - if leaks are seen here. This is the way the pump tells you it needs replacement - ASAP !
The work is indeed VERY similar to replacing the cambelt - as this has to be removed to gain access to the pump.
I'd definately go for a complete job - replacing the cambelt idler/tensioner wheels/pulleys & the belt.
This ensures peace in mind for the next 40K miles or so - and the best insurance against fatal engine breakdowns.

oscarloco · Unread post by **oscarloco** » 26 Nov 2003, 11:22

Thanks. By the way, can you describe in detail the complete procedure to replace the pump?

benj · Unread post by **benj** » 26 Nov 2003, 12:59

drain the coolant, undo the bolts, take off , clean the gasket off, place new gasket and pump on, tighten the bolts! refill coolant!!!

AndersDK · Unread post by **AndersDK** » 26 Nov 2003, 21:08

If you want a fairly good step by step instruction :
Do your self a BIG favour : go buy the Haynes ZX manual covering your model.
Although the Haynes is not well reputed among experienced DIY'ers - it's by far the best manuals you get for starters as car DIY'er.
My bet is that pretty much the whole gang here started their car DIY with a Haynes - and then moved on to more specific information - as experience & demands was growing.

oscarloco · Unread post by **oscarloco** » 26 Nov 2003, 22:26

Thanks for the help.