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Change Car Water Pump Volkswagen Crafter

Change Car Water Pump

Easy 5h00–8h00 ~500–800£
Estimated time 5h00–8h00
Estimated labour cost ~500–800£
Difficulty Easy

What is the function of a Volkswagen Crafter 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 Volkswagen Crafter 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 Volkswagen Crafter 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
Crafter 2006-2016 2006-2016 CR28 2.0 TDI Diesel (CKTB), CR28 2.0 TDI Diesel (CKTC), CR28 2.0 TDI Diesel (CKUB), CR28 2.0 TDI Diesel (CSNA), CR28 2.5 TDI Diesel (BJJ), CR28 2.5 TDI Diesel (BJK), CR28 2.5 TDI Diesel (BJL), CR28 2.5 TDI Diesel (BJM), CR28 2.5 TDI Diesel (CEBA), CR28 2.5 TDI Diesel (CEBB), CR2… Diesel
Crafter 2017-2025 2017-2025 CR30 2.0 TDI Bi-Turbo Diesel (DAVA), CR30 2.0 TDI Bi-Turbo Diesel (DMZB), CR30 2.0 TDI Diesel (DAUA), CR30 2.0 TDI Diesel (DAUB), CR30 2.0 TDI Diesel (DNAD), CR30 2.0 TDI Diesel (DNAE), CR35 2.0 TDI Bi-Turbo Diesel (DAVA), CR35 2.0 TDI Bi-Turbo Diesel (DAWA), CR35 2.0 TDI Bi-Tur… Diesel