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How much does Auxiliary Water Pump Replacement cost?

It depends on the type of car you drive and the auto repair shop you go to. Our mechanics are mobile, which means they don't have the overhead that repair shops have. They provide you convenience by coming to your home or office.

Auxiliary Water Pump Replacement pricing for various cars

CarsEstimateParts CostLabor CostSavingsAverage Dealer Price
2009 Toyota 4Runner$393$232.46$160.58-12%$350.71
2009 Toyota Prius$550$330.99$218.98-11%$492.24
2010 Volkswagen Passat$329$183.42$145.99-13%$290.92
2010 Audi A6$490$329.34$160.58-9%$447.59
2013 Lexus GS350$752$299.86$452.56-18%$633.11
2010 BMW M5$375$229.38$145.99-11%$336.88

Auxiliary Water Pump Replacement Service

What is the Water Pump (Auxiliary) all about?

When most people hear the term “water pump”, their immediate thought is the pump that propels engine coolant through the engine, keeping it within optimum operating temperature. While that is certainly the most important one, there’s actually another pump on your car in some models and makes (not all cars have an auxiliary pump).

The auxiliary water regulates temperature on the car’s inside during cold days. It’s responsible for sending additional hot coolant through the car’s heater core, allowing you to work the heater (your car’s heater uses engine heat to warm the air that’s blown out of the vents). They were first used in the 1980s on diesel vehicles, but since then have seen adoption on gasoline engines as well.

Keep in mind:

  • The auxiliary water pump is an electronic component, which, unlike the primary water pump that is activated by the drive belt, uses an electric motor to pump coolant.

  • Over time, these pumps do wear out and will need to be replaced.

How it's done:

  • The vehicle is raised and secured on jack stands and the coolant is drained

  • The water pump hoses are disconnected and the pump is removed

  • The new water pump is installed and the hoses are connected

  • The coolant is filled and the water pump and hoses are checked for leaks

  • The vehicle is removed from the jack stands and the engine is checked for proper operation. The vehicle is road tested for proper operation

Our recommendation:

Your best defense against a failed auxiliary water pump is to work with our expert mechanics that understand that these pumps are becoming more common, and can account for the pump’s presence when diagnosing heater problems. Note that auxiliary water pump failure will not affect the blower motor or the air conditioner operation – it only affects the production of heat, and these symptoms can range from creating mildly warm air to the heater blowing cold air.

What common symptoms indicate you may need to replace the Water Pump (Auxiliary)?

  • Heater does not produce much warm air in stop-and-go traffic

  • Heater does not release any warm air

How important is this service?

While replacing a failed auxiliary water pump is not critical for vehicle performance, it can be an inconvenience, particularly during the middle of winter if your heater can’t keep you warm. Your heater may also have trouble keeping your windows clear on humid and cold days. If you notice your car’s heater is not working properly, have it diagnosed by one of our expert mechanics.


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Matthew

22 years of experience
22 reviews
Matthew
22 years of experience
Toyota Prius L4-1.5L Hybrid - Water Pump (Auxiliary) - Glen Burnie, Maryland
Matt is very prompt and quick to analyze the problem. He has attention to detail and tells you the problem with your car without overstating the facts. He knows what he is doing and provides the feedback necessary to take care of the car after repair. I will definitely use Matt again and will recommend his service.

John

8 years of experience
89 reviews
John
8 years of experience
Volkswagen CC L4-2.0L Turbo - Auxiliary Water Pump Replacement - Riverview, Florida
John was great. He was early {very unusual for me} and went straight to work. He had all the parts and supplies he needed to do the job and he explained what he was doing every step. I told him that I brought it to another shop who diagnosed the vehicle and he gave me his opinion as to what I should fix next, which wiil be the brakes. I would not hesitate to call John if theres anything else I need to be repaired

Roberto

13 years of experience
354 reviews
Roberto
13 years of experience
Audi A4 L4-2.0L Turbo - Water Pump (Auxiliary) - Houston, Texas
Mr. Roberto was amazing, it took him no time to re-diagnose my car issue. Me. Roberto is very professional and confident in what he does. I would recommend him to ALL my friends. Thank you again Mr. Roberto

Robert

41 years of experience
37 reviews
Robert
41 years of experience
Land Rover Range Rover V8-4.2L Turbo - Water Pump (Auxiliary) - Gilbert, Arizona
Excellent mechanic. Knows what he is working on and hard to believe but he is a very honest mechanic. Will tell you the truth about what need to be done on your vehicle. Nothing else.

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