Water Pump Replacement near San Carlos, 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 San Carlos, California

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

A+ Japanese Auto Repair Inc

4.4

(228)

1.35 mi

780 Industrial Rd

San Carlos, CA

Closed

Opens 7:30 AM Sat

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Toole's Garage - San Carlos

4.8

(86)

1.43 mi

1065 Washington St.

San Carlos, CA

Closed

Opens 7:30 AM Mon

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Max Motors

4.9

(71)

1.47 mi

945 American st

San Carlos, CA

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Mon

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Clarity Auto Care | Auto repair in Belmont, California

4.2

(25)

1.57 mi

1296 Old County Road

Belmont, CA

Closed

Opens 9:00 AM Sat

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Stress Free Auto Care - San Mateo (Tires Unlimited)

4.4

(66)

2.79 mi

3825 S El Camino Real

San Mateo, CA

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Sat

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Chestnut Auto Repair & Towing

3.9

(81)

2.93 mi

160 Chestnut St

Redwood City, CA

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Sat

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Redwood General Tire Pros

4.8

(51)

3.01 mi

1630 Broadway

Redwood City, CA

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Sat

Call the shop at (650) 910-3487 for appointment availability

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Ray's Auto Repair & Tires

4.5

(24)

3.26 mi

2333 El Camino Real

Redwood City, CA

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Sat

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Ma's Auto Repair

4.8

(16)

3.66 mi

2660 South El Camino

San Mateo, CA

Closed

Opens 8:30 AM Mon

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Toral Auto Care

4.8

(16)

3.7 mi

2688 Bay Road

Redwood City, CA

Closed

Opens 10:00 AM Sat

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BOSCH European Motors BRITISH EUROPEAN MOTORS

(10)

3.72 mi

2696 Bay Road

Redwood City, CA

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Sat

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Stress-Free Auto Care - Menlo Park

4.2

(253)

6.26 mi

301 El Camino Real

Menlo Park, CA

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Sat

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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.