Water Pump Replacement near Solana Beach, 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 Solana Beach, California

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

Complete Car Care Encinitas

4.4

(21)

3.8 mi

318 A North El Camino Real

Encinitas, CA

Closed

Opens 7:30 AM Mon

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Polycare Automotive Inc.

4.9

(22)

9.33 mi

5790 Autoport Mall

San Diego, CA

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Mon

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West Miramar Automotive & Transmission

4.3

(279)

9.36 mi

5726 Miramar Rd

San Diego, CA

Closed

Opens 7:00 AM Mon

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Miramar Auto Repair

4.3

(62)

9.74 mi

6690 Miramar Road

San Diego, CA

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Mon

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Performance Automotive of San Diego

4.4

(24)

9.87 mi

7629 Carroll Rd

San Diego, CA

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Mon

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TransMasters Auto Care

4.8

(213)

10.01 mi

8008 Miramar Rd

San Diego, CA

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Mon

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Family Auto Service - Miramar Rd #3105

(28)

10.05 mi

8040 Miramar Road

San Diego, CA

Closed

Opens 7:30 AM Mon

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Centric Auto Repair

4.6

(160)

10.51 mi

375 S Rancho Santa Fe Rd

San Marcos, CA

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Mon

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T-Tech AutoRB

4.3

(161)

10.63 mi

11631 Iberia Pl

San Diego, CA

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Mon

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Family Auto Service #3101

4.3

(116)

10.76 mi

1027 Virginia Way

San Diego, CA

Closed

Opens 7:00 AM Mon

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Metro Transmission and Automotive

4.4

(25)

10.84 mi

1635 Grand Ave

San Marcos, CA

Closed

Opens 7:00 AM Mon

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Brake Masters San Marcos, Ca | Auto Repair Shop

(17)

11.16 mi

1300 Armorlite Drive

San Marcos, CA

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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.