Changing the water pump?

The engine size is 2.2 4cyl, both fans work when engine reaches a temperature

Had the same problem with my 98 accord. On the freeway it would overheat quickly, but at l could dive around town all day with no problem. After removing the water pump it tuned out that the impeller had broken loose from the main shaft. At higher RPMS the water pump has to push more water, which has more resistance.

My accord is heating up at idle. I think it is the water pump. It cools down after car accelerates even the slightest bit. When I looked up the water pump it says it is timingbelt driven. Now I am confused. Would this still be a normal water pump malfunction. I have just replaced the thermostat and radiator. I am not sure what else it could be. Please Help. I am on vacation 600 miles from home and do not want to fix this on the side of the road. Thank You.

Thank You guys very much. I had it serviced before the trip and they said it was all full. Ha. You guys were right. It was a whole half gallon low. Glad this Honda is a champ or it would have overheated on me during the first round of the trip. Thanks Again. You guys are a life saver.

1996 Honda Accord 4 cyl Automatic 130k miles

I thought I had a leak in the raidiator. After several trips to a mechanic and no fix I had a back alley guy come and take a look. He said the water pump is bad and I need to replace that as well as the timing belt.

I dont know much about cars but after searching on the internet I have found that a lot of people suggest replaceing the following all at the same time;
-timing belt
-tensioners
-water pump
-seals
-balance shaft belt
-valve cover gasket
-flush coolent
-thermostat

3 Questions.
1. What is essential to replace when I am doing the water pump?
2. Can I safely drive the car for a few weeks short distances (5-10 miles trips) til I have the funds to get it fixed?
3. What can I expect to pay? I have seen estimates of $350 to $1000

Sarah,
First make sure the leak is in fact coming from the water pump. You want to replace the timing belt, balancer belt, water pump, valve cover gasket, and engine coolant. Do not replace the tensioners unless they are bad or starting to fail. The technician needs to inspect them upon removal. They usually last a very long time. Do not pay extra for a flush unless the coolant is discolored or shows other signs that it is needed. If the thermostat has never been changed you may want to do it now but it can be done later just as well. If the car has not been overheating and the heater works well you may want to wait and do it when you need it. Other items that may be in question are spark plugs, valve adjustment, rocker arm o-rings, EGR ports plugged up with carbon, air filter, and more. There are many areas of your car that need to be maintained. Look for a Honda specialist that you feel comfortable with. Ask your friends where they take their Honda. Good luck.
Dave

Thank you so much for your reply. It was very helpful.
I am not sure when anything was last replaced as my husband purchased the car only a few months ago.

My husband and I could not find a leak in the raidiator but tried putting some bars leak stop in at suggestion of a mechanic friend. That did nothing. The leak is so bad at this point the raidiator has to be filled daily. The car has only over heated twice when parked and running for a long period of time and the antifreeze was low due to the leaking.

Now the raidiator fan does not seem to be coming on as well. /Sigh

Thanks again :)

From wat I understand the crank bolt turns same direction as crank pully4water pump. And that I needed to have the crank bolt broken via impact in order to attempt replacement of water pump. Is this so?If so how?If not so where do I begin?I have sum experience with vehicle repair however this is sumthing I have never heard this before and wanted sum verification. Please help. And Happy early holidays.