2. If the seal is worn out, a leak will be observed through the pump ventilation hole (photo).
7.2 Coolant pump vent hole
3. If the bearings are worn out, a howling sound comes from the pump, and when the shaft is rocked, longitudinal and radial play is felt (photo).
7.3 Checking the pump shaft play
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