BMW 3 Series Sedan Water pump replacement Cost
2002–2005 · Engine, Fuel & Emissions system
Typical range
$509–$4.7k
Parts + labour
Labour hours
2–6h
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 Sedan water pump replacement typically costs $509–$4740.
Typical parts included
- Engine water pump
- 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?
Water pump replacement on a BMW 3 Series Sedan typically takes 2–6 hours at a garage.
How often does this need to be done?
For a BMW 3 Series Sedan, 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 Sedan
- ABS hydraulic unit replacement$383–$701
- ABS sensor replacement$158–$289
- ABS system bleeding$126–$231
- AC compressor clutch replacement$315–$578
- AC compressor replacement$338–$619
Water pump replacement cost on similar cars
- MERCEDES BENZ C-Klasse and predecessors$360–$660
- AUDI A4$360–$660
- VOLVO S60$396–$726
- CADILLAC BLS Wagon$360–$660
- SAAB 9-3 Sport Sedan$360–$660
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