Your engine generates an incredible amount of heat. If the engine is not cooled with the help of the water pump, your car will break down. However, there are some telltale signs of impending car water pump failure.
How to Tell if You Need a Water Pump Replacement
All models of gas powered cars, SUVs and trucks have water pumps. The process for diagnosing water pump failure is the same for all vehicles. Observation is the number one method, so make sure to ask yourself the following questions:
- Is radiator fluid puddled beneath your vehicle?
- Check the overflow container – does it have green or orange residue on the bottom or smell bad?
- General overheating – is you’re consistently running hot? Or does it run hot at low speeds?
- Does your engine make noises, especially a rumbling sound?
If you answer yes to any of these questions, your vehicle may be in need of water pump service. Limberlost Automotive is the best place to confirm a diagnosis and have any necessary repairs performed.
Our expert technicians can perform a water pump check to ensure everything is working properly. It pinpoints any problems that may occur with your water pump. If our technicians find a problem, they’ll let you know what they can do to fix it. We can curb any problem before it starts, so you won’t be left stranded.