I think the water pump may have gone in my car (Citroen Xsara). Does anybody know roughly how much it will cost to fix? Not a great time of year for this to happen unfortunately because I am skint!
2006-12-30 05:08:51 · 10 answers · asked by doodlenatty 4 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
Someone had a look at it for me. This was their diagnosis so it might not be correct. All I know is that the water is escaping from somewhere or doesnt seem to be circulating and it is overheating. I'm sorry I can't expand any more but cars are not my forte. Incidentally it is a Citroen Xsara Forte 2000
2006-12-30 05:28:41 · update #1
If your water pump is not leaking coolant and the car is over heating is why you think the water pump is bad then it might be just a bad thermostat. If you replace the thermostat and it still over heats the radiator may be plugged. You can then try back flushing the system and you may be OK before spending the extra money on a radiator you don't really need. You might what to spend the $20 bucks and have your problem diagnosed before wasting a bunch of money on parts you do not need to replace.
If you can not see the coolant leaking out on the ground it is possible the head gasket(s) are blown. When you drive do you see alot of white smoke coming from the tail pipe?
2006-12-30 05:35:19 · answer #1 · answered by M.S.K.-II 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Water pumps have a small weep hole that leaks coolant when the pump seal is bad. If the mechanic saw water leaking from that hole, that's how he knew the pump was bad. It's not a hard thing to replace, and it's cheap. They can do it in an hour for $50 - $70.
2006-12-30 16:02:09 · answer #2 · answered by Nomadd 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What year is it? I have a 99 Monte Carlo, I paid $12.99 for the part (water pump) My brother in law installed for me for free. If you go to a dealer it would probably cost a small fortune. Good luck
2006-12-30 13:12:36 · answer #3 · answered by Chicago Girl 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My water pump is on its way. I was told by a mechanic that if i drive the car then it could break the cambelt causing a hell of a lot of damage. get it seen to straight away.
2006-12-30 17:14:55 · answer #4 · answered by sherminator 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
expand a bit on your question...
the whole water pump might not be gone, if you can give a few more details on the problem we might be able to help you out and save you some money...
2006-12-30 13:12:15 · answer #5 · answered by ohwiseone 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Pump repair company can diagnose the fault for you and give you an idea on time and cost.
2014-02-10 07:13:48 · answer #6 · answered by Sally 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why do you think water pump. if water not circulating it could b thermostat 2.
2006-12-30 13:19:24 · answer #7 · answered by Mel26 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You think? If it's not leaking coolant your water pump is OK.
2006-12-30 13:10:39 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
what is the reason that you think the pump has failed? is it very noisy or is the engine overheating.
2006-12-30 13:19:40 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
3-500...sorry
2006-12-30 13:11:02 · answer #10 · answered by k_ahhhhhs 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋