Water Pump Replacement near Sherman Oaks, 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 Sherman Oaks, California

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

Auto Aid Collision | Above and Beyond Auto Repair!

4.4

(9)

2.57 mi

14537 Delano Street

Los Angeles, CA

Open

Closes 5:00 PM

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Gearheads Transmission And Complete Auto Repair

4.6

(115)

2.9 mi

16039 Victory Boulevard

Van Nuys, CA

Open

Closes 5:00 PM

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Cranks Auto Repair

4.9

(28)

4.22 mi

18420 Ventura Blvd.

Tarzana, CA

Open

Closes 5:00 PM

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Big O Tires

4.7

(19)

4.25 mi

18440 Ventura Blvd

Tarzana, CA

Open

Closes 6:00 PM

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Keeseys Auto Pro Care

4.6

(25)

4.29 mi

15717 Saticoy St

Van Nuys, CA

Open

Closes 5:00 PM

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Platinum Auto Repair Facility

4.9

(15)

4.55 mi

7401 Varna Avenue

Los Angeles, CA

Closed

Opens 8:30 AM Mon

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West Auto Center

4.8

(64)

4.65 mi

7539 Balboa Blvd

Lake Balboa, CA

Open

Closes 5:00 PM

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Hart Motors

4.8

(150)

4.78 mi

7957 Van Nuys Blvd

Panorama City, CA

Open

Closes 6:00 PM

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Funk Bros. Auto

4.7

(577)

4.81 mi

11467 Ventura Boulevard

Studio City, CA

Open

Closes 6:00 PM

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Forma Motorsport | Above and Beyond Auto Repair!

(10)

5.02 mi

14600 Titus Street

Los Angeles, CA

Closed

Opens 9:00 AM Mon

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Hollywood Auto Center, Inc.

(15)

5.39 mi

6733 Lankershim Boulevard

Los Angeles, CA

Closed

Opens 8:30 AM Mon

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Affordable Car Care

4.6

(14)

5.57 mi

8325 Balboa Blvd

Northridge, CA

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Closes 5:00 PM

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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.