Water Pump Replacement near Chicago, Illinois

There are 50 RepairPal Certified locations for Water Pump Replacement, all with a minimum 12,000-mile/12-month warranty.

50 Results for Water Pump Replacement near Chicago, Illinois

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

Wells Automotive Service

4.7

(533)

1.6 mi

1317 N Wells St

Chicago, IL

Closed

Opens 7:00 AM Mon

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M & R Car Import Services

4.5

(220)

2.76 mi

1951 North Sheffield Avenue

Chicago, IL

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Mon

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Davila Auto Service

4.9

(18)

3.17 mi

2114 South Ashland Avenue

Chicago, IL

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Mon

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Milito's Auto Repair

4.6

(890)

3.32 mi

1108 W Fullerton Ave

Chicago, IL

Closed

Opens 9:00 AM Sun

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Zepeda Auto Service

4.8

(585)

4.83 mi

3061 W Armitage Ave

Chicago, IL

Closed

Opens 7:00 AM Mon

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Fred's Wrigleyville Garage & Auto Repair

4.6

(14)

5.06 mi

3848 N Clark St

Chicago, IL

Closed

Opens 7:30 AM Mon

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City Tire & Auto Repair

4.7

(25)

5.32 mi

452 W 47th St

Chicago, IL

Closed

Opens 7:30 AM Mon

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Swift Car Care

3.9

(52)

5.51 mi

4456 S. Ashland Ave

Chicago, IL

Closed

Opens 8:30 AM Mon

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Parkview Automotive Repair and Body Shop

4.7

(15)

5.61 mi

4139 S Western Blvd

Chicago, IL

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Mon

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Interstate Auto

4.8

(15)

5.81 mi

2158 South Pulaski Road

Chicago, IL

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Mon

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AutoHaus Repair

4.3

(43)

5.86 mi

4157 N Lincoln Ave

Chicago, IL

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Mon

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Swift Car Care

4.3

(67)

6.27 mi

4465 West Grand Ave

Chicago, IL

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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.