Water Pump Replacement/Repair At Mike Shaw Subaru In Thornton

The water pump under the hood of your Subaru circulates coolant throughout the engine, keeping it cool and protecting it from the ravages of overheating. If you've noticed your engine running hot, you may be in need of water pump repair.

Don't wait on this important service! A vehicle that's overheating can sustain show-stopping damage before you know it. As things get too hot, the metal in the hottest parts of the engine can start to warp, causing all sorts of gaskets to leak. Eventually, the engine will be completely ruined.

Visit Mike Shaw Subaru ASAP to have our service experts look at your car if it's overheating. We'll check the entire cooling system for problems, including the water pump. The best way to keep your Subaru vehicle running long and strong is to have it properly maintained by the dealership experts.

What Are Some Common Signs Of A Bad Water Pump?

Most commonly, water pumps go bad in one of two ways: either the seals inside go bad, allowing coolant to seep out, or the bearings wear internally.

As the seals go bad and start to leak, you may notice signs of a coolant leak. Specificialy, you might notice a puddle forming under the front-middle of your car. Since coolant can come in a variety of colors, it helps to know what kind of coolant was last put in your car, so you can readily identify a leak. If you're unsure if the leak is coolant or another fluid like oil or brake fluid -- this sounds a little unorthodox, but -- try giving it a smell. Coolant has a sweet, sugary aroma that's been compared to maple syrup. If you notice a leak from your car, and the fluid is remarkably sweet-smelling, then you've got a coolant leak. Head to Mike Shaw Subaru to have our technicians locate the source. If it's the water pump, we'll simply replace it with a new, OEM pump direct from Subaru!

To spin the impeller fan and force coolant through the system, most water pumps are belt-driven. As the engine turns, it spins a belt that causes the pulley on the water pump to spin. Over time, the bearings on the water pump can start to wear out and go bad. This will cause a chirping, whining, whistling-type noise as the bearings work against the belt action.

How To Contact The Mike Shaw Subaru Service Department

The Mike Shaw Subaru service center is open from 7:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. six days a week! These convenient hours make it easy to work your next service visit into your busy schedule. If you just need some basic maintenance like an oil change, tire rotation or new wiper blades, stop by without an appointment and be treated to Subaru Express Service. Need a more involved repair? Just use our online scheduling tool to make an appointment at a time that works for you. Or give us a call! Located at 1650 W 104th Avenue, Thornton, CO 80234, Mike Shaw Subaru is your destination in the Denver Metro Area for all things Subaru.

Why Denver Trusts Mike Shaw Subaru To Maintain And Repair Legendary Subaru Vehicles

It's because of their unique, rugged design and Rocky Mountain-ready features like Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive and X-MODE® that Subaru vehicles are so popular in the Denver area. They're a perfect match for your active lifestyle! At Mike Shaw Subaru, we've got trained technicians, advanced tools and OEM Subaru parts to take better care of your beloved Subaru than anywhere else in town!

Best of all, we've always got coupons for discounted services right here on our website! Be sure to check this page out before you visit and see how much you could save on the services your vehicle needs to thrive.