Water Pump Replacement near Chula Vista, California

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 Chula Vista, California

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

Santana Service Center

4.7

(106)

0.67 mi

1131 broadway

chula vista, CA

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Fri

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Pacific Star Auto

4.7

(25)

1.38 mi

150 Jacqua St

Chula Vista, CA

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Fri

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Bonita Valley Auto Care

4.6

(339)

3.66 mi

3995 Bonita Rd

Bonita, CA

Closed

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Bonita Point Auto Care

4.5

(843)

4.67 mi

1495 East H St

Chula Vista, CA

Closed

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Asmar's Auto Care

4.7

(193)

9.28 mi

8621 Troy St

Spring Valley, CA

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Fri

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Griffin's Auto Repair

4.6

(677)

9.57 mi

1542 State St

San Diego, CA

Closed

Opens 7:30 AM Fri

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Midas - La Mesa

4.4

(154)

10.12 mi

7207 University Avenue

La Mesa, CA

Closed

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Helix Auto Center

4.9

(18)

10.13 mi

7227 University Avenue

La Mesa, CA

Closed

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John's Automotive Care La Mesa

(25)

10.36 mi

7447 University Ave

La Mesa, CA

Closed

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Summit Transmissions

4.2

(19)

11.1 mi

7633 El Cajon Boulevard

La Mesa, CA

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Fri

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Mission Hills Automotive

4.7

(241)

11.2 mi

308 West Washington

San Diego, CA

Closed

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Family Auto Service - Alvarado Rd

4.1

(52)

11.29 mi

7191 Alvarado Road

La Mesa, CA

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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.