Water Pump Replacement near Tehachapi, California

There are 31 RepairPal Certified locations for Water Pump Replacement, all with a minimum 12,000-mile/12-month warranty.

31 Results for Water Pump Replacement near Tehachapi, California

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

P & N Garage

4.6

(35)

4.65 mi

220 E Tehachapi Blvd

Tehachapi, CA

Open

Closes 5:00 PM

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Chris Brewer's Automotive

4.9

(19)

25.79 mi

1737a Locust Street

Rosamond, CA

Open

Closes 5:00 PM

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Penas Auto Electric Smog and Repair

4.5

(25)

30 mi

303 Taft Highway

Bakersfield, CA

Closed

Opens 9:30 AM Wed

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McWilliams & Walden

4.7

(46)

30.5 mi

4201 E Brundage Ln

Bakersfield, CA

Open

Closes 5:00 PM

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High Voltage Auto | Hybrid and Electric Vehicles Only

4.9

(35)

30.56 mi

4101 East Brundage Lane

Bakersfield, CA

Open

Closes 4:00 PM

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Best Value Tire & Service

4.7

(25)

30.77 mi

3701 Niles St

Bakersfield, CA

Open

Closes 5:00 PM

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On Site Lube Auto & Tire

4.9

(19)

32.99 mi

1705 Columbus Street

Bakersfield, CA

Open

Closes 5:00 PM

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American Tire Depot - Bakersfield (Full Service Auto Repair)

4.1

(17)

33.81 mi

4860 Stine Rd

Bakersfield, CA

Open

Closes 6:00 PM

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Pacific Tire Wheel Chester

4.5

(22)

33.97 mi

1501 California Avenue

Bakersfield, CA

Open

Closes 6:00 PM

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Eye Street Automotive

4.8

(42)

34.54 mi

2429 Eye St

Bakersfield, CA

Open

Closes 5:00 PM

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Quartz Hill Auto Care

4.3

(56)

35.03 mi

4332 W Ave L

Lancaster, CA

Open

Closes 5:00 PM

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Accurate Smog

4.5

(73)

35.04 mi

6600 SCHIRRA CT

Bakersfield, 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.