Water Pump Replacement near Reno, Nevada

There are 11 RepairPal Certified locations for Water Pump Replacement, all with a minimum 12,000-mile/12-month warranty.

11 Results for Water Pump Replacement near Reno, Nevada

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

Nonstop Auto

4.8

(61)

0.66 mi

816 E 4Th St

Reno, NV

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Mon

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Acuna Total Car Care

4.7

(140)

1.14 mi

1500 East 4th Street

Reno, NV

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Mon

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Big Brand Tire - Reno (Full Service Auto Repair)

4.5

(340)

1.6 mi

2175 Market Street

Reno, NV

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Sat

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Equality Automotive LLC

4.8

(16)

2.34 mi

100 Gentry Way

Reno, NV

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Mon

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JCM Garage and Tires

4.7

(16)

2.34 mi

100 Gentry Way

Reno, NV

Closed

Opens 9:00 AM Mon

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Hi Tech Automotive

4.7

(41)

2.37 mi

100 Gentry Way

Reno, NV

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Mon

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All About Cars Total Car Care

4.8

(16)

2.39 mi

3250 South Virginia Street

Reno, NV

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Sat

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Alpha Tire & Total Car Care

4.1

(27)

3.81 mi

6110 Mae Anne Avenue

Reno, NV

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Mon

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Nevada Auto Diagnostics

4.4

(24)

4.38 mi

5425 Louie Lane

Reno, NV

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Mon

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Big Brand Tire - Carson City (Full Service Auto Repair)

4.5

(229)

24.64 mi

1860 E William St

Carson City, NV

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Sat

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Big Brand Tire - South Lake Tahoe (Full Service Auto Repair)

3.9

(28)

42.44 mi

2614 Sussex Ave

South Lake Tahoe, CA

Closed

Opens 7:30 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.