I think my water pump has crapped out on my 1997 Jeep Cherokee. I have been leaking coolant for a few days now and there is a puddle under my Jeep after I turn it off and my reserve tank keeps emptying out on me. I replaced the lower radiator hose and still the same problem. It is not over heating so I am wondering if it IS a water pump problem? If it is, could I do the work myself?
The pump has a weep hole. Once the seal has been damaged by slack from bad bearings, it will begin to leak most car owners begin to weep. If you have a general tool set,i.e. sockets ratchets wrenches, you should be able to change it. Some vehicles require removing several componets to get to the water pump. If that is your case, Make notes of any wires removed, label them, keep the bolts for each individual componet separate from the others. Some bolts are different sizes lengths. Keep good notes. Be sure clean all the old gasket material off before the new install.
First thing is to stop driving it or you will have a bigger problem (ask me how I know this). Next go to your local parts store and get a repair manual, a rebuilt/new water pump and some gasket sealer. Then get to work. Good luck!
Remove the timming belt.? no!! Its really an easy fix. You will have to remove you fan belts and the fan itself. Then walla! The next bolts to remove are the water pump bolts, once that is done, put in your NEW pump. Its really easy. I have fixed mine (in many diffrent cars) many times. A lot cheaper than going to a shop.
i doubt that your motor vehicle has 2 gas pumps yet until now you replace the pump have it examined first ! besides the pump it ought to be something else like the pump relay or the fuse ! not commencing ought to additionally be a clogged gas clear out ! getting back to the thermostat and water pump ! specific you are able to replace them in case you have the appropriate kit and your quickly vulnerable !
Go okorder They have on-line repair manuals for just about every car. You'll be guided through entering your vehicle make and engine size/type. Find the water pump and read the directions they give you. I changed the one on my Buick this way. It's cheaper and easier than buying the manual. If it looks to complicated, then take the car to a shop.
