Water Pump Replacement Cost

A failing water pump will overheat your engine fast. Here's what replacement costs and why it's not one to delay.

Water pump replacement costs between $350 and $900 for most vehicles. The pump itself runs $50 to $250, but labor is the main expense because accessing the water pump often requires removing the timing belt or chain, serpentine belt, and other components. On vehicles where the water pump is driven by the timing belt, the two jobs are typically combined to save on labor — you're already in there.

Signs of a failing water pump include coolant leaks from the front-center of the engine, a whining or grinding noise from the pump bearing, overheating, and steam from under the hood. Some water pumps fail by leaking through the weep hole — a small drain designed to release coolant when the internal seal fails. Ignoring a bad water pump leads to overheating, which can warp the cylinder head or blow the head gasket.

In Jacksonville's heat, your cooling system works overtime. Don't let a bad water pump cook your engine. Ez Mobile Mechanic replaces water pumps at your location — home, work, or wherever your car is. We're a mobile mechanic in Jacksonville with rates of $150 for the first hour and $100 after. No tow truck needed. Call (904) 788-7272.