2009 Corolla water pump leaking coolant
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At that point I would go to a trusted independent then. Your car isn't in warranty, they tend to be strict on this type of thing. Many towns have independent mechanics that specialize in say...
2009 Corolla water pump leaking coolant
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If you arent very mechanically oriented, you will likely find this is not the job to start with. Do you change your brake pads? I would say that job is much easier- not that this is hard, but just...
2009 Corolla water pump leaking coolant
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Yeah I already scheduled an appoint this afternoon with Toyota. The problem is I believe the warranty is 5 years/60,000 miles, so I am slightly over it. Either way, I need to get this fixed asap....
2009 Corolla water pump leaking coolant
Thread created 02-04-2014 by Initial Z
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Toyota's coolant is red, not pink. Although once diluted you might get a pink out of it.
It's probably worth getting a second opinion, and since it's under warranty I would take it to Toyota. ...
2009 Corolla water pump leaking coolant
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63000 miles.
This was done at a quick lube place. Quality Tune Shop if that matters. The technician said something was low/empty (I think he was pointing at the coolant) but I drove the car 1-2...
2009 Corolla water pump leaking coolant
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How many miles? Warranties usually have a time and miles component and its whatever comes first. Most manufactures recommend changing the water pump and timing belt (If applicable) around 100k...
2009 Corolla water pump leaking coolant
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If not covered by the warranty, this is a not too bad DIY.
2009 Corolla water pump leaking coolant
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Looks like you are covered by the warranty time wise. I assume it has not been driven for more miles than the warranty covers?
2009 Corolla water pump leaking coolant
Thread created 02-04-2014 by Initial Z
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$280 isn't bad honestly. According to AA a new pump (parts alone) could cost up to like $140. As others have said, labor is a big chunk because of the amount of disassembly required in some cars.
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2009 Corolla water pump leaking coolant
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A lot of water pumps will barely seep coolant from the shaft seal, and there may be a permanent drip hanging that never falls off. If nothing falls to the ground, don't worry. OTOH don't use any...
2009 Corolla water pump leaking coolant
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It's BS when one assumes they make up the hours.
Dealers have set hours for parts replacement.. call and ask. then you can ask for the hourly labor charge. multiply the hours x hourly rate and you...
2009 Corolla water pump leaking coolant
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are you sure they are not lying to you,maybe the loosened a few hoses,try changing the coolant cap
about $5
http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20100811181514AARy802
2009 Corolla water pump leaking coolant
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Check the warranty. Not sure if it would be covered depending on the miles. Waterpumps are usually a somewhat pricy fix since you need to pull apart a fair amount of the front of the car. ...
2009 Corolla water pump leaking coolant
Thread created 02-04-2014 by Initial Z
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Hi guys
I just went to get an oil change for my mom's car (2009 toyota corolla) and the technician told me the water pump was leaking coolant. He showed me how it looked (bad), and told me to get...
