How often should a water pump be changed?
Facts and figures: a working water pump only needs to be replaced after 60,000-100,000 miles, so if you have your car for less than 10 years, you may never have to worry about it. That being said, if you purchase your car used, it is a good idea to find out if the water pump has been replaced.
Can you change timing belt on Toyota Tacoma?
In this video we change my timing belt and water pump in my 2002 Toyota Tacoma. This engine is the 5vz-fe 3.4L V6. Note check your cam seals and other seals that may need to be changed. Also if you know how to loosen the tensioner you can change them if they are bad. SST can be made or bought. Here is the thread on the topic:
When to replace timing belt and water pump?
As a rule of thumb, it is best practice to replace the timing belt and water pump together every 60k miles. Part 1 is only needed if you are looking to replace only the water pump. Since the timing cover is off and there is easy access, consider replacing both idlers, tensioner, accessory belts, thermostat and hose.
What kind of timing belt do you need for Toyota Tundra?
This article outlines the timing belt and water pump replacement procedure for the Toyota 5VZ-FE 3.4L V6 engine as equipped in Tundra, 4Runner, and Tacoma models. Note that there may be minor differences among the vehicles in which this engine is fitted.
How often do you change the timing belt on a Toyota 4Runner?
Toyota recommends the timing belt be replaced every 60k miles to avoid belt deterioration and prevent potential engine damage. Since timing belt replacement is rather labor intensive, it is common to replace the water pump and timing belts rollers whenever servicing the timing belt.
On the v6’s, the timing belt & water pump should be changed every 90,000 miles. The sooner the better on a sued vehicle. Cooling system maintenance is universally neglected, which will corrode the fines off the pump & destroy the bearings & seals. Lowering flow in a system that’s probably clogged to some extint anyways.
How often should a Toyota Camry water pump be changed?
On my camry, the waterpump was changed at 404.000 kms. On the v6’s, the timing belt & water pump should be changed every 90,000 miles. The sooner the better on a sued vehicle. Cooling system maintenance is universally neglected, which will corrode the fines off the pump & destroy the bearings & seals.
What happens if your Toyota water pump fails?
If your timing belt fails in a non-interference engine, you’ll be stranded on the side of the road, if your water pump fails you’ll either a)be left on the side of the road or b)cause engine damage. Peace of mind is worth something, that’s why we’re willing to pay more for a Toyota :whatwhat:
What’s the life expectancy of a Toyota water pump?
Anywhere between 90-120k, usually done at timing belt change to save time. I also get my thermostat done at the same time. If your timing belt fails in a non-interference engine, you’ll be stranded on the side of the road, if your water pump fails you’ll either a)be left on the side of the road or b)cause engine damage.