Water Pump Service; Water Pump Impeller Removal - Polaris 2009 Sportsman XP 850 Service Manual

COOLING SYSTEM

WATER PUMP SERVICE

Water Pump Impeller Removal

NOTE: The water pump impeller, mechanical seal,
drive coupler, pump shaft, and pump shaft bearing
can be serviced without removing the engine.
1. Remove the fuel tank (see Chapter 3).
2. Remove the (4) screws retaining the engine skid plate and
remove the plate from the vehicle.
3. Place a drain pan under the front portion of the engine.
4. Slide the spring clamp back and remove the coolant inlet
hose from the water pump housing.
5. Slowly drain the coolant into the drain pan. Dispose of used
coolant properly.
4.6
Coolant
Inlet Hose
Drain
HERE
6. Remove the coolant by-pass hose from the water pump
cover fitting.
7. Remove the (10) cover screws (A) and pump cover (B).
B
Shown with engine
removed for clarity.
8. Remove gasket, impeller bolt, washer, and impeller.
A