Q: Grinding noise and overheating while driving.

asked by on January 13, 2016

There is a low, grinding noise when I drive. I drove it about 20 miles and it overheated. Someone told me it could be the water pump.

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It could be that the grinding noise you were hearing was the water pump bearings. Engine overheating can do extensive damage to your engine. I suggest you have a trained mechanic, such as one from YourMechanic, diagnose or repair your vehicle as soon as possible.

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