2003 Hyundai Santa Fe Repair Question
Topics covered: Timing belt, Engine, Engine performance.
Mileage: No information provided.
Mileage: No information provided.
Asked on March 16, 2009
2003 Hyundai Santa Fe Timing Belt Change
Engine Performance problem
2003 Hyundai Santa Fe 6 cyl Two Wheel Drive Automatic 102000 miles
Does the water pump have to be replaced when changing timing belt? I thought this was true on older cars, can't imagine it would with this.
2003 Hyundai Santa Fe 6 cyl Two Wheel Drive Automatic 102000 miles
Does the water pump have to be replaced when changing timing belt? I thought this was true on older cars, can't imagine it would with this.
Asked by sparksstAnswer
Replied on March 25, 2009
Hi:
If you have a V6, then the pump is run by the timing belt. Because of the amount of work involved in replacing it, it is recommended. However, if the old one if good, no leaks, and you want to save a few bucks, you can let it alone. The only problem is if it goes bad in a few months, you need to pay all of that labor again.
Let me know if you have other questions.
joe
