VOLKSWAGEN Beetle Auxiliary water pump replacement Cost
1998–2005 · Engine, Fuel & Emissions system
Typical range
$218–$1.3k
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. VOLKSWAGEN Beetle water pump replacement typically costs $218–$1323.
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 VOLKSWAGEN Beetle typically takes 1–3.5 hours at a garage.
How often does this need to be done?
For a VOLKSWAGEN Beetle, 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 VOLKSWAGEN Beetle
- ABS hydraulic unit replacement$340–$587
- ABS sensor replacement$140–$242
- ABS system bleeding$112–$193
- AC compressor clutch replacement$280–$483
- AC compressor replacement$300–$518
Auxiliary water pump replacement cost on similar cars
- OPEL Astra 5 Doors$180–$311
- MERCEDES BENZ A-Klasse$180–$311
- RENAULT Megane 5 Doors$180–$311
- FORD Focus 5 Doors$180–$311
- BMW 1 Series$180–$311
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