Water pump replacement?

JEFFREY MORRIS

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2015 FORD TAURUS
3.5L
V6
4WD
AUTOMATIC
67,000 MILES

Leaking water pump.

Sunday, June 4th, 2023 AT 8:39 PM

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JACOBANDNICKOLAS

MECHANIC
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Hi,

Replacing the water pump on this engine requires the removal of the timing chain, so it is somewhat involved.

If you look below, I attached the directions specific to this vehicle for pump replacement. Take a look through them and let me know if you have questions.

Take care,

Joe

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Sunday, June 4th, 2023 AT 11:30 PM

JEFFREY MORRIS

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Thanks Joe! Would you recommend dropping engine out the bottom to do this water pump remove and replace?

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Monday, June 5th, 2023 AT 8:12 AM

JACOBANDNICKOLAS

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You shouldn't need to remove the engine. Remove the right front wheel and fender liner to gain access. If, however, you want to remove it, the subframe is removed and the engine and transmission are removed through the bottom of the vehicle. This is a big job.

Let me know.

Joe

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Monday, June 5th, 2023 AT 7:39 PM

JEFFREY MORRIS

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Thank you, joe! I’ve always worked on diesel farm equipment! I was thinking about the best way to do this cause it’s a favor for someone that doesn’t have much cash! The shops around here quoted $2,500 to $3,300! Not sure if they see a woman walk in and tried to take advantage or if this is a good estimate.

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Monday, June 5th, 2023 AT 10:32 PM

JACOBANDNICKOLAS

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Hi,

Believe it or not, it calls for 10.3 hours labor, but even at that, the price seems exceptionally high. I guess if the shop is charging 200.00 an hour, it would make sense, but that is crazy.

Exactly why these things are built this way is beyond my knowledge.

Joe