Is replacing a water pump hard?

While removing the pump is not difficult, you must have experience removing and replacing timing belts and their various components. It takes just as much work to get down to the timing belt as it does the water pump, therefore you should plan on replacing the belt at the same time.

What is involved in replacing a water pump?

Loosen the bolts and remove the old water pump. Remove the old seal/gasket or old sealant remains and make sure the mounting surface is clean. Before installing the new water pump, inspect the other cooling system service parts: coolant hoses, thermostat and pressure cap(s). Install the new water pump.

How much does it cost to replace a water pump on a Honda Civic?

Honda Civic Water Pump Replacement Cost Estimate. Labor costs are estimated between $193 and $244 while parts are priced between $113 and $157.

Do I have to drain coolant when replacing water pump?

Registered. You will not have to drain the radiator of all the coolant. You will have to drain the engine block. If you drain the engine block you will not have to drain the radiator and should be able to change the pump that way.

Can you change the water pump without changing the timing belt?

Yes you can replace the water pump without replacing the serpentine belt. If the belt is worn, and it breaks while you are driving, you can damage a lot of other components in that area. Belts should be replaced before they break, as to the amount of damage they can cause when they do break.

Can I drive my car with a bad water pump?

If your car’s water pump is bad, you need to get it replaced quickly or you’ll risk damaging your engine. Depending on a few factors, you can probably drive your vehicle 5-20 miles with a faulty water pump, which should be enough to get you to the nearest mechanic to replace it.

Should you replace thermostat when replacing water pump?

its a good idea to replace the thermostat whenever replacing a water pump. The thermostat may have suffered some damage during the overheating that occurred before the water pump failed.

When to replace the timing belt and water pump on civic?

If the temperature gauge was pegged and the car shut off, your water pump likely died. If you water pump died, then your timing belt gave out. It is time to replace them both. Continue reading to replace the timing belt and water pump on your Civic. This article applies to the Honda Civic/Del Sol (1992-2000).

Do I have to drain the fluid from the pump?

It is not necessary to drain the fluid from the pump if you’re not disconnecting the lines. To gain further clearance, you will need to remove the A/C pulley and related compressor belt. Loosen the long 10mm bolt on the bottom bracket. Remove the 14mm bolt on the bracket to remove the belt.

How do you drain the coolant when replacing the water pump?

Because the water pump will be replaced, it’s important to clear the system of the old coolant. Open the coolant cap on top of the radiator. Turn the petcock at the bottom of the radiator to drain the coolant into drain pan. Squeeze the rubber radiator hoses to remove any excess fluid that may be trapped. Figure 3. Radiator being drained.