Water pump replacement on a 99 Toyota Camry
Asked by Ashley Nov 15, 2016 at 10:57 PM about the 1999 Toyota Camry LE
Question type: Maintenance & Repair
My water pump is leaking and needs to be
replaced, do you have to replace the timing belt
when u replace a water pump? Is changing a
water pump a big job? What all does changing
a water pump intel?
8 Answers
The water pump is internal meaning you would need to replace the water pump and belt at the same time. It is probably a bigger job than you would want to tackle unless you have a good bit of mechanical experience. The good news is the parts kit is less than a $100 on Amazon.
So when I get the water pump replaced I have to get the timing belt replaced too? I'm not doing the work I'm just asking questions before I have someone else do it. I'm trying to do it cheapest as possible because I have replaced the alternator and radiator 6 weeks ago!
What Engine is in this vehicle? Mileage?
I'm not sure the motor, just a standard 4 cylinder. I have 110,000 on this motor, but 160,000 on the body. When we bought it my ex husband put a motor in it. He is a mechanic but won't help me fix it even though I take care of our 3 year old son! Awesome man right??
I agree withe opinions stated above. If a water pump needs replacement....your should replace the Timing Belt because the Mechanic is right there and must disconnect the belt it in order to replace the Water Pump. Good Luck.
Ashley....so...what ever happened with this vehicle?
Jesusbarbie answered 5 years ago
How did your problem turn out? Asking bc I'm having same issue
Jes...what is the make, model, year of this vehicle? What engine in this vehicle? Who says you need a water pump?
