Change Car Water Pump Mercedes-Benz GLE
Change Car Water Pump
Easy
1h30–10h00
~150–1000£
| Estimated time | 1h30–10h00 |
|---|---|
| Estimated labour cost | ~150–1000£ |
| Difficulty | Easy |
| Vehicles |
GLE 2015-2019 11
GLE 2019-2025 10
|
What is the function of a Mercedes-Benz GLE 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 Mercedes-Benz GLE 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 Mercedes-Benz GLE 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| GLE 2015-2019 | 2015-2019 | 250d/300d Diesel (651.960), 320 4MATIC Petrol (276.821), 350 d BlueTEC 4MATIC Diesel (642.826), 400 4MATIC Petrol (276.821), 43 AMG Petrol (276.821), 450 / AMG 43 4MATIC Petrol (276.821), 500 4MATIC Petrol (278.928), 500 4MATIC Petrol (278.928), 500 e 4MATIC Electricity,Petrol (… | Diesel, Electricity, Petrol |
| GLE 2019-2025 | 2019-2025 | 300 d Diesel (654.920), 300 d EQ Boost 4MATIC 48V (MHEV),Diesel (654.820), 350 d 4MATIC Diesel (656.929), 350 de 4MATIC Diesel,Electricity (654.920), 350 e 4MATIC Electricity,Petrol (274.920), 400 d 4MATIC Diesel (656.929), 450 EQ Boost 4MATIC 48V (MHEV),Petrol (256.930), 580 EQ… | 48V (MHEV), Diesel, Electricity, Petrol |
