How often should a water pump be replaced?
Hi, all. I’ve always heard that the water pump should be replaced along with the timing belt, and the belt should be replaced every 60,000 miles. Fine, but what about if the car has a timing chain instead, which doesn’t require replacement? When should the water pump be changed? ken_green July 6, 2016, 3:31am #2 Only if having a problem with it.
How many miles does a water pump last?
The likelyhood of the pump failing is small, and many last several hundred thousand miles. And like the water heater in your basement, they start leaking before they fail completely. On cars with timing beklts, the pump is hidden and the labor o repalce it is significant, while the pump itself is cheap.
How much does it cost to replace a water pump in a car?
In most cars, a water pump is bolted to the engine from the outside and is not very difficult to replace. The average price to replace a water pump in a 4-cylinder engine is between $350 and $570. In an average car or SUV with a V6 engine it will cost from $680 to $1,100 parts and labor if the water pump is mounted on the outside.
When to replace the water pump in a V8?
Many of the old V8’s with timing chains have the water pump on the front of the engine and you just leave all those chains alone unless you believe they are failing, then this wouldn’t be a horrid time to go for that too. On cars with chains, the pump should absolutely be replaced at the first sign of a problem. But not before.
Hi, all. I’ve always heard that the water pump should be replaced along with the timing belt, and the belt should be replaced every 60,000 miles. Fine, but what about if the car has a timing chain instead, which doesn’t require replacement? When should the water pump be changed? ken_green July 6, 2016, 3:31am #2 Only if having a problem with it.
The likelyhood of the pump failing is small, and many last several hundred thousand miles. And like the water heater in your basement, they start leaking before they fail completely. On cars with timing beklts, the pump is hidden and the labor o repalce it is significant, while the pump itself is cheap.
When to change the water pump in your car?
At Mr. Clutch, we are always asked the question, “Should you change your water pump when you are replacing your timing belt?” The answer is, “It depends.” Replacing a water pump depends on the year, make, and model of your vehicle. It also depends on how many miles are on the car. There are other factors, too.
How much does it cost to replace a Honda water pump?
Many Honda owners, however, opt to replace the water pump together with the timing belt because if the water pump fails later it will cost the same labor to replace. Plus, a water pump is not a very expensive part ($45-$170).
How long does a car water pump last?
For the most part, the water pump on your vehicle should last the life of the vehicle. Due to mechanical issues with this part, the water pump will need to be replaced over time. Noticing the warning signs that the car gives when there is an issue with the water pump can help to save you a lot of time and trouble.
When to replace the water pump in a Toyota Sienna?
My 2002 Toyota Sienna, the company says to Inspect the water pump when the timing belt is replaced. At 90,000 they said it would be okay yet. I was going to replace it anyway at 180,000, but they also said inspection indicated it was time to replace it. I am not assuming other brands have the same policy, nor that they can go 180,000 miles.
When to replace a water pump in an engine?
When it comes to water pump longevity, they actually tend to last a long time. It’s recommended that your engine’s water pump be replaced when the timing belt is serviced.
How long should an old water pump last?
The service life of most original equipment water pumps should be 100,000 miles or longer. Some cheap replacement water pumps, however, may not last 30,000 miles before they start to leak. That’s why you should recommend a top-quality replacement water pump if a customer’s old water pump has called it quits.
How much does it cost to replace a water pump?
At about 150,000 miles the water pump started to leak ever so slightly out of the weep hole. I told my sister that I would replace it but asked her to pick up the part. She got a cheap remanufactured water pump from China. I think the replacement water pump was around $25.
My 2002 Toyota Sienna, the company says to Inspect the water pump when the timing belt is replaced. At 90,000 they said it would be okay yet. I was going to replace it anyway at 180,000, but they also said inspection indicated it was time to replace it. I am not assuming other brands have the same policy, nor that they can go 180,000 miles.
Many Honda owners, however, opt to replace the water pump together with the timing belt because if the water pump fails later it will cost the same labor to replace. Plus, a water pump is not a very expensive part ($45-$170).
Can a water pump be replaced on a Ford?
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How can I tell when my water pump needs to be replaced?
Find the round part at the front of your water pump that the belt is around. Attempt to rock the pulley back and forth. If it seems to be loose, it may be time to replace it, because the bearing is going bad.
The labor cost depends on the location. In most cars, a water pump is bolted to the engine from the outside and is not very difficult to replace.
How to change the impeller on a water pump?
Make sure impeller holding key is in its proper place, flat side to the drive shaft and small rounded side to the impeller. Also make sure the water pickup tube is in the proper place at the pump housing. Edit. Make sure the small rounded side of the holding key is lined up with the rounded slot inside the impeller.