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Chevy Malibu water pump?

I have a 2000 Chevy Malibu with 123xxx miles on it. I notice coolant being leaked on the floor heavily and my car gets hot driving. It leaks when the car is on and stops when it is off. Could it be a water pump? What r the signs of a bad water pump?

Answer:

When you can't see it on the engine. It is usually at the back of the timing quilt. Many engines are now hooked up that way. The timing belt also runs your water pump. And if you happen to must substitute the water pump. You are going to also replace the timing belt. Which is an efficient thought any method .Considering a 2001 may have many miles ,and nearly able for the belt to break. Leaving you stranded.
Doubt it is the water pump, it is more likely the lower intake manifold gaskets are leaking. This is a common issue on the 3.1L Malibu. NOTE: DON'T drive it like this, you may do serious damage to the engine. Better take it in for a Cooling system pressure test.
the water pump leaks

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