Water Pump Replacement near San Clemente, 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 Clemente, California

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

Ramona Tire - San Clemente

4.8

(110)

6.27 mi

603 S El Camino Real

San Clemente, CA

Closed

Opens 7:30 AM Thu

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Shadetree Automotive

4.9

(37)

7.47 mi

1635 N El Camino Real

San Clemente, CA

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Thu

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Mission Auto Care

4.4

(24)

14.95 mi

3596 Mission Avenue

Oceanside, CA

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Thu

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West Oceanside Automotive & Transmission

(74)

14.95 mi

229 South Coast Highway

Oceanside, CA

Closed

Opens 7:00 AM Thu

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Bobby Grich Auto Repair of RSM

4.8

(86)

15.85 mi

28622 Oso Parkway

Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Thu

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Laguna Viejo Auto Service

4.8

(147)

17.17 mi

25752 El Paseo

Mission Viejo, CA

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Thu

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Ramona Tire - Mission Viejo - La Paz

4.7

(161)

17.24 mi

27210 La Paz Road

Mission Viejo, CA

Closed

Opens 7:30 AM Thu

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Super Service of Aliso Viejo

4.5

(67)

17.4 mi

27802 Aliso Creek Rd

Aliso Viejo, CA

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Thu

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Meineke

4.2

(440)

18.7 mi

3844 Plaza Drive

Oceanside, CA

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Thu

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Kevin's Auto Care

4.8

(17)

18.71 mi

1330 N Melrose Dr

Vista, CA

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Mon

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Stress Free Auto Care - Mission Viejo

4.6

(83)

19.38 mi

23761 Via Fabricante

Mission Viejo, CA

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Thu

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Glenwood Aliso Creek Auto Repair

4.6

(710)

19.4 mi

22932 Glenwood Drive

Aliso Viejo, CA

Closed

Opens 7:45 AM Thu

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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.