Water Pump Replacement near Whittier, 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 Whittier, California

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

Ten-Four Auto Repair Center

4.1

(49)

2.09 mi

12722 Philadelphia St

Whittier, CA

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Mon

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Pro Motors Car and Truck Service Inc.

4.7

(33)

2.63 mi

7755 Greenleaf Ave.

Whittier, CA

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Mon

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Exclusively Imports

4.9

(21)

3.46 mi

14029 E Whittier Blvd

Whittier, CA

Closed

Opens 7:30 AM Mon

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Xpress Auto Service

4.9

(13)

3.82 mi

14834 Valley Blvd

La Puente, CA

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Mon

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Meineke Car Care Center - Montebello #2432

4.8

(49)

4 mi

121 E Whittier Blvd

Montebello, CA

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Mon

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Montebello Tire Pros

4.5

(18)

4.3 mi

830 W Whittier Blvd

Montebello, CA

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Mon

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Daniels Tire Service - La Habra

4.6

(18)

5.67 mi

2650 W Whittier Blvd

La Habra, CA

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Mon

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American Tire Depot - La Mirada (Full Service Auto Repair)

4.2

(19)

6.37 mi

15083 East Imperial Highway

La Mirada, CA

Open

Closes 4:00 PM

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O. C. Automotive and Diagnostics

4.9

(329)

6.42 mi

731 W Whittier Blvd

La Habra, CA

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Mon

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Purrfect Auto Service

4.1

(23)

6.56 mi

730 South Orange Avenue

West Covina, CA

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Mon

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Xpert Auto Service

4.4

(15)

6.99 mi

400 East Whittier Boulevard

La Habra, CA

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Mon

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Top Line Automotive

4.6

(109)

7 mi

11742 E Imperial Hwy

Norwalk, CA

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Mon

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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.