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Change Car Water Pump

Easy 0h30–2h30 ~50–250£
Estimated time 0h30–2h30
Estimated labour cost ~50–250£
Difficulty Easy
Renew the coolant pump drive belt With air conditioning 0h45
Renew the coolant pump drive belt Without air conditioning 0h30
Renew the coolant pump 3h00
Renew the coolant pump drive belt 0h30

What is the function of a Hyundai Coupe water pump?

The water pump circulates the coolant through the engine and radiators. Together with the thermostat, it maintains the engine within its operating temperature range. Most engines have a mechanical water pump driven by the timing belt or an accessory belt.

When should you change the Hyundai Coupe water pump?

If the water pump is driven by the timing belt, it is strongly recommended to replace it at the same time as the timing belt kit. Signs of failure include: coolant leak from the pump weep hole, grinding or whining noise, engine overheating.

Is it difficult to change the Hyundai Coupe water pump?

Difficulty level 2/5: technically easy if replaced as part of a timing belt kit change. If replaced independently, the timing belt must be removed and refitted, requiring engine timing tools.

2 models covered

Model Year Range Engines covered Fuel
Coupe 1996-2002 1996-2002 1.6 16V Petrol (G4ED-E), 2.0 16V Petrol (G4GF) Petrol
Coupe 2002-2008 2002-2008 1.6 16V Petrol (G4ED), 2.0 16V CVVT Petrol (G4GC), 2.0 16V Petrol (G4GC), 2.7 V6 Petrol (G6BA-C) Petrol