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Change Car Water Pump

Easy 1h30–12h00 ~150–1200£
Estimated time 1h30–12h00
Estimated labour cost ~150–1200£
Difficulty Easy
Renew the coolant pump Without air conditioning 12h00
Renew the coolant pump With air conditioning 12h00

What is the function of a Toyota Prius 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 Toyota Prius 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 Toyota Prius 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.

5 models covered

Model Year Range Engines covered Fuel
Prius 1998-2003 1998-2003 1.5 16V Electricity,Petrol (1NZ-FXE) Electricity, Petrol
Prius 2004-2009 2004-2009 1.5 16V Electricity,Petrol (1NZ-FXE) Electricity, Petrol
Prius 2009-2016 2009-2016 1.8 16V VVT-i Plug-in Electricity,Petrol (2ZR-FXE), 1.8 16V VVTi Electricity,Petrol (2ZR-FXE) Electricity, Petrol
Prius 2015-2022 2015-2022 1.8 16V VVT-i Electricity,Petrol (2ZR-FXE), 1.8 16V VVT-i Plug in Electricity,Petrol (2ZR-FXE) Electricity, Petrol
Prius α 2012-2016 2012-2016 1.8 16V VVT-i Plug-in Electricity,Petrol (2ZR-FXE) Electricity, Petrol