Change Car Water Pump Vauxhall Meriva
Change Car Water Pump
| Estimated time | 1h30–3h00 |
|---|---|
| Estimated labour cost | ~150–300£ |
| Difficulty | Easy |
What is the function of a Vauxhall Meriva 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 Vauxhall Meriva 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 Vauxhall Meriva 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meriva Mk I 2003-2010 | 2003-2010 | 1.3 CDTi 16V Diesel (Y13DT), 1.3 CDTi 16V Diesel (Z13DT), 1.3 CDTi 16V Diesel (Z13DTJ), 1.4 16V, -LPG LPG,Petrol (Z14XEP), 1.6 16V OPC Petrol (Z16LET), 1.6 16V Petrol (Z16XE), 1.6 16V Petrol (Z16XEP), 1.6 Petrol (Z16SE), 1.7 CDTi 16V Diesel (Z17DT), 1.7 CDTi 16V Diesel (Z17DTH),… | Diesel, LPG, Petrol |
| Meriva Mk II 2010-2016 | 2010-2016 | 1.3 CDTi Diesel (A13DTC (LDV)), 1.3 CDTi Diesel (A13DTE (LSF)), 1.4 16V Petrol (A14XER (LDD)), 1.4 16V Petrol (B14XER (LDD)), 1.4 16V Turbo Petrol (A14NEI (LUV)), 1.4 16V Turbo Petrol (A14NET (LUJ)), 1.4 16V Turbo Petrol (B14NET (LUJ)), 1.4 16V Turbo, -LPG LPG,Petrol (A14NEL (LU… | Diesel, LPG, Petrol |