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Change Car Water Pump

Easy 0h45–4h00 ~75–400£
Estimated time 0h45–4h00
Estimated labour cost ~75–400£
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 Without air conditioning 3h30
Renew the coolant pump With air conditioning 4h00
Renew the coolant pump Front-wheel drive, With air conditioning 4h00
Renew the coolant pump Front-wheel drive, Without air conditioning 3h30
Renew the coolant pump 4h00

What is the function of a Kia Magentis 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 Kia Magentis 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 Kia Magentis 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
Magentis 2001-2006 2001-2006 2.0 16V Petrol (G4JP), 2.5 V6 Petrol (G6BV) Petrol
Magentis 2005-2010 2005-2010 2.0 16V Petrol (G4KA), 2.0 16V Petrol (G4KD), 2.0 CRDi Diesel (D4EA), 2.7 V6 Petrol (G6EA) Diesel, Petrol