BMW 3 Series Coupe Auxiliary water pump replacement Cost
2003–2006 · Engine, Fuel & Emissions system
Typical range
$353–$2.3k
Parts + labour
Labour hours
1–3.5h
At a typical garage
The water pump circulates coolant through the engine; when it fails the engine overheats rapidly, which can cause irreversible damage. A leaking or noisy water pump should be replaced promptly. BMW 3 Series Coupe water pump replacement typically costs $353–$2325.
Typical parts included
- Auxiliary water pump
What affects the price
- Belt-driven vs chain-driven water pump (chain-driven is more labour-intensive)
- Whether the timing belt is replaced at the same time (cost-effective to do together)
- OEM vs quality aftermarket brand (Gates, Aisin, GMB)
Common questions
How long does this repair take?
Auxiliary water pump replacement on a BMW 3 Series Coupe typically takes 1–3.5 hours at a garage.
How often does this need to be done?
For a BMW 3 Series Coupe, this is typically needed water pumps are replaced on failure; preventative replacement alongside the timing belt is common practice.
Other engine, fuel & emissions system repairs on the BMW 3 Series Coupe
- ABS hydraulic unit replacement$425–$765
- ABS sensor replacement$175–$315
- ABS system bleeding$140–$252
- AC compressor clutch replacement$350–$630
- AC compressor replacement$375–$675
Auxiliary water pump replacement cost on similar cars
- MERCEDES BENZ E-Klasse Coupe and predecessors$225–$405
- AUDI A5$225–$405
- SAAB 9-3 Coupe$225–$405
- PORSCHE 911 Carrera 4$248–$446
- FORD Mustang$223–$408
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