How hard is it to fill it back up and get the air bubbles out. I'm just nervous about overheating the car. Anyone know of any good videos of water pump replacement.

I pulled the belt and tried to hand spin the water pump. It seems there is a small play at high speeds. Is it common for the water pump to go out? The car has 201k so it's got a lot of miles on it. The alternator spun smooth where as the water pump felt rough.

Hi guys I'm a new member with a 2007 Pontiac vibe with 200,600 miles on it. I've taken really good care of my care but now I have a rattle that has developed. It doesn't seem to be coming from the block but from either the Alternator or water pump. Has anyone every heard this type of sound. Here is ...