Water Pump Replacement near Cathedral City, California

There are 48 RepairPal Certified locations for Water Pump Replacement, all with a minimum 12,000-mile/12-month warranty.

48 Results for Water Pump Replacement near Cathedral City, California

Water Pump Replacement can be completed at all of these locations, along with other repairs and services.

K & E Pro Tires

4.3

(23)

0.18 mi

68680 Ramon Road

Cathedral City, CA

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Mon

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Elite Tire and Automotive

4.8

(15)

1.92 mi

68350 Kieley Rd

Cathedral City, CA

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Mon

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Next Level Smog

4.8

(39)

8.27 mi

75015 Sheryl Avenue

Palm Desert, CA

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Mon

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Ramona Tire - Palm Desert

4.7

(132)

10.05 mi

78018 Country Club Drive

Palm Desert, CA

Closed

Opens 7:30 AM Mon

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Daniels Tire Service - Bermuda Dunes

4.7

(45)

10.21 mi

78-105 Country Club Dr

Bermuda Dunes, CA

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Mon

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Daniels Tire Service - Indio

4.5

(40)

14.97 mi

81943 Hwy 111

Indio, CA

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Mon

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Ramona Tire - Indio

4.4

(145)

15.22 mi

42150 Jackson Street

Indio, CA

Closed

Opens 7:30 AM Mon

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E&E Tires and Automotive, Transmission/Engine Repairs - Banning

4.9

(15)

23.89 mi

1550 East Ramsey Street

Banning, CA

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Mon

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Ramona Tire - San Jacinto

4.4

(30)

28.56 mi

2447 South San Jacinto Avenue

San Jacinto, CA

Closed

Opens 7:30 AM Mon

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Ramona Tire - Beaumont

4.4

(351)

29.19 mi

1488 2nd St.

Beaumont, CA

Closed

Opens 7:30 AM Mon

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High Tech Auto Care

4.6

(26)

29.33 mi

191 Bissell Place

San Jacinto, CA

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Mon

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J & H Automotive

4.8

(228)

29.78 mi

611 W. Florida Ave

Hemet, CA

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Opens 8:00 AM Mon

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Water Pump Replacement

How are water pump issues diagnosed?

The technician will check for leaks around the water pump area. While the engine runs, a stethoscope may also be used to check for noise from the water pump bearing. If it's not buried away, the belt driving the pump, as well as its pulley, will be visually inspected. For electric water pumps on some newer cars, the engine's computer will be checked for codes, and tests will be performed to determine the proper repair.

How is a water pump replaced?

To replace the water pump, the cooling system is drained and the fan belt or timing belt and pulleys are removed. Depending on which belt drives the pump, that belt and other related components will be removed, followed by the pump itself. Engine surfaces are cleaned, a new water pump and gasket are installed, and the cooling system is refilled.

RepairPal recommendations for water pump issues

The entire cooling system, including coolant hoses and fittings, the radiator, the coolant fan and the fan clutch, should be inspected when replacing the water pump. To help prevent future issues, we recommend replacing the thermostat at this time, as well. If the water pump is driven by the timing belt, it's customary to replace the pump any time the belt is replaced.

Can I replace the water pump myself?

The vast majority of water pumps only require simple tools to replace. But the procedures vary wildly from car to car. Prior to ordering parts or attempting this repair yourself, look online for guides on how to replace the part in your vehicle. Some will require significant disassembly of the front end of the motor — in these cases, you may be better off letting a repair shop handle the job.