Prius water pump replacement

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Attachments are working again! Check out this thread for more details and to report any other bugs. Magill Junior Member. In November I had my transaxle, and engine coolant oils changed and the shop noted my coolant was low. I was told most folks wait until the water pump goes out and at that point it's a much bigger expensive issue. I opted to keep an eye on the coolant level in the hopes it wasn't really an issue. At first it seemed like the coolant level was steady but I just looked and it has dropped probably a little less than an inch from the top.

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Attachments are working again! Check out this thread for more details and to report any other bugs. Would you replace your water pump? Tags: replacement water pump. I hate trying to fix things that aren't broken. But I am sick of hearing this water pump issue.

Prius water pump replacement

Attachments are working again! Check out this thread for more details and to report any other bugs. Tags: water pump. Doc Willie Shuttlecraft Commander. My all of a sudden had no cabin heat, and the temp indicator was behaving erratically. I took it to the shop and they said there was a loose radiator cap and air had gotten into the system. They bled the system and it is working fine. The shop said it needed a new water pump, but did to tell me how they made this determination.

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I'm not a "car person" or DIY for car maintenance so this is a bit for me to process and fully grasp but what I'm understand from the different posts is Was the recommendation and quote for the water pump reasonable? Usually, the water pump can move around gallons every hour. The current work was done at a Hybrid shop, not a dealership which I would be inclined to return to but worried about some responses that felt the water pump suggestion was a scam On the other hand, dealers don't generally have much incentive to make accurate diagnoses. How much does this typically cost? I'll try to find out if I can get a quote for leak down or boroscope Seeing the residue now outside the tank is it possible the shop over filled the tank and it overflowed causing the residue and now it's just at the level it should be? Did the car ever overheat? As long as you aren't only taking short trips, it sounds like your water pump is most likely OK. OK new thought

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You can buy or freely borrow pressure testers at most auto parts stores. Attachments are working again! Next, rotate the automatic tensioner to remove the drive belt. Grit likes this. On the other hand, dealers don't generally have much incentive to make accurate diagnoses. If so do you notice any coolant on the floor? NutzAboutBolts , dig4dirt and Mendel Leisk like this. Is a compression test the best test for a headgasket? The water pump replacement cost should not deter you from considering the service. Usually, the water pump can move around gallons every hour. Any puddles under your car? Clean your coolant reservoir off and make sure it's not leaking. We perform over repair and maintenance services including oil changes, brakes, diagnostics, belts and hoses, and more. And Toyota doesn't want to know about. Featured Articles.