2009 Polaris Sportsman 850 XP EFI EPS Service Manual, Page 86Get this 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 engine1234Remove the fuel tank (see Chapter 3)Remove the (4) screws retaining the engine skid plate and remove the plate from the vehiclePlace drain pan under the front portion of the engineSlide the spring clamp back and remove the coolant inlet hose from the water pump housing6Remove the coolant by-pass hose from the water pump cover fittingRemove the (10) cover screws (A) and pump cover (B)