I have a 95 4runner, V6 3VZE 3.0, I am doing the head gasket fix, I have it all apart and I am wondering about the water pump. There is a little bit of residue on the lower end of the block. I wiped off the area and it doesn't seem to be coming from the water pump. Should I replace the water pump while I am there or take it off and check it out? I haven't had any problems other than the antifreeze in the oil due to the failed gasket. Any thoughts are appreciated.
Jim
If you're that far into it, CHANGE IT! It's cheap insurance and will prevent you from having to go through all that trouble a second time later.
I second that response, besides if the water pump freezes on you then you will have to replace the timing belt also.. Oh yeah while you are there, change that also.. Again good insurance...
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