Change Car Water Pump Hyundai Atos
Change Car Water Pump
Easy
0h30–3h30
~50–350£
| Estimated time | 0h30–3h30 |
|---|---|
| Estimated labour cost | ~50–350£ |
| Difficulty | Easy |
| Renew the coolant pump With air conditioning, With power steering | 3h30 |
| Renew the coolant pump Without air conditioning, With power steering | 3h00 |
| Renew the coolant pump With air conditioning, Without power steering | 3h00 |
| Renew the coolant pump Without air conditioning, Without power steering | 3h00 |
| Renew the coolant pump drive belt With air conditioning, Without power steering | 0h30 |
| Renew the coolant pump drive belt Without air conditioning, Without power steering | 0h30 |
| Renew the coolant pump drive belt Without air conditioning, With power steering | 0h30 |
| Renew the coolant pump drive belt With air conditioning, With power steering | 0h45 |
What is the function of a Hyundai Atos 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 Hyundai Atos 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 Hyundai Atos 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atos 1997-2003 | 1997-2003 | 1.0 12V Petrol (G4HC) | Petrol |
| Atos 2002-2009 | 2002-2009 | 1.1 12V Petrol (G4HD), 1.1 12V Petrol (G4HG) | Petrol |
