Change Car Water Pump Mercedes-Benz Vito
Change Car Water Pump
| Estimated time | 2h30–7h00 |
|---|---|
| Estimated labour cost | ~250–700£ |
| Difficulty | Easy |
| Renew the coolant pump With fog lights | 6h00–7h00 |
| Renew the coolant pump Without fog lights | 6h00 |
What is the function of a Mercedes-Benz Vito 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 Vito 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 Vito 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vito 2003-2016 | 2003-2016 | 109 CDI Diesel (646.980), 109 CDI Diesel (646.983), 110 CDI Diesel (651.940), 111 CDI Diesel (646.980), 111 CDI, -4x4 Diesel (646.982), 113 CDI, -4x4 Diesel (651.940), 115 CDI Diesel (646.980), 115 CDI, -4x4 Diesel (646.982), 116 CDI, -4x4 Diesel (651.940), 119 Petrol (112.951),… | Diesel, Petrol |
| Vito 2014-2025 | 2014-2025 | 109 CDI Diesel (622.951 (R9M)), 110 CDI Diesel (622.851 (R9N)), 110 CDI Diesel (654.920), 111 CDI Diesel (622.951 (R9M)), 114 CDI Diesel (622.851 (R9N)), 114 CDI Diesel (651.950), 114 CDI Diesel (654.920), 116 CDI Diesel (651.950), 116 CDI Diesel (654.920), 119 BlueTEC Diesel (6… | Diesel |