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Old 05-13-2017, 07:05 AM   #10
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I am not familiar with what a failing water pump sounds like. Is it the ticking in the video posted that's of concern? Other than that the engine sounded fine to me. From what I know aside from removing the belt and checking for play in the pulley or leaks a faulty water pump is difficult to diagnose. Does your car overheat? I plan to change mine the next time i do something coolant related so very interested in your outcome.
The ticking is normal... But on the video right around 22seconds I move the camera under the car in front of the passenger rear tire. At that point you can really hear the sound I would describe as a diesel truck idling.

I may have time to get the car apart and up on jacks later today to confirm.
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