water pump on golf mk4 1.4 help pleeeaaaassse!

[geedubya]

water pump has gone on my t reg 1.4 golf but where the hell is it??? could anyone point me in the right direction? would be very much appreciated!

Thanks Graham

[boyob32]

You realise you need to remove the cam belt?

[T_J_G]

Get your wallet out! Time for a shafting!

[geedubya]

had a bit of an idea but needed it confirming! is there a how too on here?

[jamie16v]

lol, if you dont know where the waterpump is, then there is no point in attempting to change it.
As TJ said, get your wallet out..  unless your fairly good a DIY mechanics and have all the necessary tools of course!

[houston]

dont need to remove the belt but it needs locking, but if you have to ask where it is then you shouldnt be touching it.

why you think the pump needs changing?

if your getting it done make sure you get one with a metal impellor, and if your paying to get it done then its worthwhile paying the extra to get the timing belt and tensioners done

[geedubya]

i know enough to get by just wanted to make sure as im not that familiar with that engine! only way to learn is to get stuck in!
a friend of a friend is a mechanic and hes going to give me some guidance!

Thanks for your help.

[jamie16v]

true, thats how i learned. good luck mate.

[irmscher]

Not sure if it's the same, but if that Golf has the AHW engine then that's the same as in our Polo 6N2.  It's a DOHC engine and has 3 belts and tensioners..  As someone already said, time to get your wallet out.  If you're slipping the belts off to do the water pump, may as well do the belts too.

I had the water pump replaced as we had the belts done.

[geedubya]

yeah mate im sure it is the AHW engine. ive decided to leave it until after crimbo and do the lot! fingers crossed .