Water Pump Replacement near Fairfax, Virginia

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 Fairfax, Virginia

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

Hogan & Sons Tire & Auto #6002

4.3

(54)

3.61 mi

9580 Main St

Fairfax, VA

Closed

Opens 7:30 AM Mon

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Fairfax Auto Repair

4.9

(49)

3.81 mi

9425 Mathy Dr

Fairfax, VA

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Mon

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Bat's Automotive

4.9

(20)

5.92 mi

4399 F Henninger Court

Chantilly, VA

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Mon

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Merrifield Shell

4.5

(461)

6.19 mi

8413 LEE HIGHWAY

Fairfax, VA

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Mon

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Exxon- DULLES EXXON

4.4

(26)

6.31 mi

14000 Lee Jackson Memorial Highway

Chantilly, VA

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Mon

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Driven Autorepair & Towing

4.6

(105)

6.55 mi

14303 sullyfield cir.

Chantilly, VA

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Mon

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South Lakes Sunoco

4.4

(15)

7.02 mi

11190 South Lakes Drive

Reston, VA

Closed

Opens 7:00 AM Mon

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Precision Tune Auto Care 072-40

4.2

(359)

7.46 mi

8405 Centreville Rd

Manassas Park, VA

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Mon

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The Car Doctor

4.9

(47)

7.5 mi

7714 U.S. 29

Falls Church, VA

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Mon

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VINS DC

4.6

(15)

7.53 mi

8511 Manassas Drive

Manassas Park, VA

Closed

Opens 9:00 AM Mon

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Nova Family Auto Services

4.8

(183)

7.9 mi

7477 Lee Highway

Falls Church, VA

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Mon

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Meineke Car Care Center #1943

4.7

(278)

8.52 mi

1524 Spring Hill Road, Suite BB

Mc Lean, VA

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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.