How to Replace Water Pump 07-09 Toyota FJ

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1A Auto shows you how to repair, install, fix, change or replace a broken, bad, or leaking water pump. This video is applicable to the 07, 08, 09, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, Toyota FJ Cruiser.
This process should be similar on the following vehicles:
2007 Toyota FJ Cruiser
2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser
2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser
2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser
2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser
2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser
2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser
2014 Toyota FJ Cruiser
🔧 List of tools used:
• Flat Blade Screwdriver 1aau.to/oCT/1AXAA00013
• Pry Bar 1aau.to/oh6/1AXAA00020
• 10mm Socket 1aau.to/oyw/1AXAA00017
• 12mm Socket 1aau.to/oCZ/1AXAA00015
• 14mm Socket 1aau.to/oCZ/1AXAA00015
• 19mm Socket 1aau.to/onT/1AXAA00043
• Coolant Funnel Set 1aau.to/oB/1AXAA00116
• Trim Tool Set 1aau.to/oj4/1AXXX00006
• Pliers
• Ratchet 1aau.to/oFy/1AXAA00016
• Socket Extensions 1aau.to/oCZ/1AXAA00015
• Torque Wrench 1aau.to/osJ/1AXAA00044
• Floor Jack 1aau.to/ojG/1AXAA00068
• Jack Stands 1aau.to/oiJ/1AXAA00065
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[@dsbagliere]

This video is not thorough, it is misleading. Do not take off or loosen alternator. Do not touch your A/C pump. Do not take your upper cover or MAF. Do not take off your pulley housing. Only parts to remove to get the water pump out and back on are your Fan (4 bolts), Shroud (2 bolts), 3 tensioner pulleys (1 bolt each)and upper inlet housing (5 bolts). It is way easier than this video makes it out to be. If the video was thorough, it would explain that all the other steps are for replacing other parts and are not required.

[@CommanderZarkon]

Very instructive video. However... I was going to replace the water pump myself, but this looks like an absolute PIA nightmare.

[@JJ-it4ni]

Hey all. Just wanted to add. U donf need to relieve the a/c bracket for just the water pump. U can remove the tensioner pulley but... don't forget. The tensioner is a reverse thread. So right loosens left to tighten 🤘 thanks for the video

[@NoahKuzel]

Do yourself a favor, when trying to get that upper A/C bolt that is at the back of the compressor. Just remove the alternator. It is a couple of 10mm bolts to hold a couple of brackets on and a 14mm bolt at the upper alternator bolt. It makes the AC compressor bolts a lot more accessible.

[@keptin]

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[@ricardovelez958]

This should be titled water pump and belt tensioner. I believe the water pump can come off without having to touch the a/c compressor

[@ben2004511]

Yes that is what I've heard as well Ricardo

[@dchez602]

After watching the video and taking notes, I was really dreading this job. After taking a few things out of the way, I figured out that the alternator, a/c compressor and tensioner bracket could stay on. You just need to remove the tensioner pulley to remove the bolt on that side of the water pump. Also the coolant recovery bottle can stay bolted to the fan shroud and be pulled with the shroud.

[@thebackroadadventurer]

Thanks for the detailed video, perfect timings as I had to replace mine this past weekend! Helped immensely! Lucky I was able to skip removing the tensor pulley assembly, although I’ve done it before so I feel your pain.

[@scorpi_gan]

Do I cry now or later. Thanks for the video. Dreading doing this but I think I'm gonna have to.

[@1AAuto]

+Lord Scorpion Thanks for checking us out! Best of luck! 1AAuto.com

[@MRAPLUS]

Man this the best installment I’ve ever seen...on point

[@mckav2358]

I truly admire Len's expertise, patience & the humour he injected into this job, "well done" cos what a pain in the neck that job must surely be. Full cudos Len

[@bobbybenn8275]

Job well done. Almost as tough as the 2010 Camry 3.5. Thanks

[@balisongman07]

Agreed with the other comment. You do not have to do all that. For a 2011 though you have to take off your power steering pump, super easy but be careful because it's mounted to your timing cover

[@ricardovelez958]

Other than that this video is amazing. Thanks for all that you do! God bless

[@BrekMartin]

Informative and thorough video! After watching it, I hope Toyota don’t mind working with supplied parts! :D

[@yeeyosichannel8943]

You're a genuine bro great job, awesome..!

[@1AAuto]

+Yeeyosi Channel Thanks for the feedback!

[@jnepute]

I really appreciate your videos! Just wanted to clarify on the torque spec for the idler pulleys. You mentioned 29 inch-lbs, but I believe these are 29 ft-lbs for the 2 upper idler pulleys? Please correct me if I am wrong. I just checked the FSM, and it appears that they are ft-lbs. Thanks!

[@1AAuto]

+Justin Nepute Thanks for the feedback! We'll pass this info along to our production team.

[@jdhitc]

Damn you guys are getting some good videos if this Fj. Appreciate them

[@1AAuto]

+Super bee Thanks for the feedback!

[@michaelbasha2027]

Very detailed video mate, I am going to start the job on my 2015 TDV8 Landcruiser and could not find any videos. This was very helpful. Just a question why is that car so badly rusted, is it worth doing that Job on that car?

[@Ed-sh8jt]

how many miles on your 2007 fj when this orginal water pump went out out?

[@kevinmallory6519]

Saved me!!

[@Oralcaring]

Thank you so much for such an informative video! Just a question: why did you replace the tensioner bracket assy? Can the job be done without removing the AC compressor and alternator? Please reply! Thank you so much!

[@thebackroadadventurer]

If your just replacing the water pump assembly, you don’t have to remove the tensioner assembly/ac condenser. You can get the bolt behind the pulley by simply moving it to the right, just like your taking the belt off.

[@brianmaddox8864]

Just pull the tensioner pulley off and allows you access to the bolt With the cut out for it Hope that will help somebody Left handed threads

[@brianmaddox8864]

Thanks in advance

[@luiscardozo0000]

yes of course jose .....this guy has no idea.not even the skids plates and remove the wheel is like a joke.....he is a very bad mechanic, look him in other videos I have fun watching him he always remove the wrong piece and in the end he remove pieces that has nothing to do ....ha ha ha his umbielivable

[@olympiomendes]

Perfect video. A question: How much could cost this job? Just the service? At the USA, of course. Thanks.

[@1AAuto]

+OLYMPIO MENDES this video should guide you to do the install yourself and save on any installation fees! Our goal is to empower our customers to learn how to install and of course save money. If you're looking to have this part professionally installed, we recommend getting a quote from a certified mechanic. Thanks for checking us out!

[@mikearsenault8020]

Whats with the rubber duck on top the engine during new water pump install lol? Love the videos!

[@1AAuto]

+Mike Arsenault thank you for checking us out!

[@leonardhoulker1413]

Why didn't you apply any type of sealant to the water pump gasket?

[@saadkuwait12]

thx

[@jwwelder07]

Can you make a video into how to replace an AC compressor? I think mine is dying soon, I can hear rattle noise but still charging pretty good. tested the alternator and all pulley bearing good, compressor pulley has a bit of a wiggle. thanks

[@1AAuto]

+Star Lord We do not have a video for this repair right now, but we'll keep this request in mind for a future video! 1AAuto.com

[@sedricjoplin7788]

I wish you could work on my 2009 fj

[@punkrockdavid]

I installed my water pump and after I put everything back together the fan pulley isn’t spinning?

[@JD-ml7cg]

WTF was toyota thinking when they this together.. Shh

[@johneraygonzales8142]

Hi .How do u removed oil pump for 2007 Toyota FJ Cruiser?

[@Rashed2030]

If you want to fix the long bolt between the water pump and the fan do tighten before fixing the water pump in the car

[@daveelliott8116]

What is the name of the tool that pops those plastic retainers out that hold the wires on the engine

[@1AAuto]

+Dave Elliott It would just generally be known as a clip pry tool. They come in many different shapes and sizes. Thanks for checking us out! 1AAuto.com

[@daveelliott8116]

Thanks. This video is awesome. I currently have my Tacoma 4.0 tore apart replacing valve cover gaskets, water pump, and thermostat. I took my AC compressor, lines, and condenser off the truck. The more I work on this truck the more I want a 1969 C10 with a straight 6. Thanks again for the video

[@tunnelcat]

I have one comment. Do NOT use a metal razor blade or metal scraper to remove old gasket material or sealer from any aluminum engine sealing surface, EVER. Use either a plastic scraper or plastic razor blade (yes, they make them). Cutting up the sealing surface will ruin the sealing properties of the surface and ruin your day.

[@maykevin5]

Ok, remove have the engine. Easy peasy..

[@Rashed2030]

That big reason that i choose american car in all my life too much job to change water pump

[@earnestprince8180]

Lol ok