scamsel

when replacing the water pump does it make sense to replace the thermostat as well or is that unnecessary?

Joe Z

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I would.... New gaskets & O-rings as well... (where applicable)

~ Joe Z

MisterSkiz

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I also had my serpentine belt replaced too.

scamsel

thanks guys. i don't recall seeing the serpentine belt replacement in the maintenance guide, what is the life on those?

also, joe, what gaskets and o rings specifically are you referring to?

scamsel

nobody else really replace their serpentine belt?

kauaian

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I might be due? I ordered one from Sewell last year during the holiday sales. I just pass 70,000 miles so I am sure my belt should be replaced just to stay on the safe side.

I don't recall the service interval for the serpentine belt but general rule would be if it's cracking and or fraying, replace it.

MisterSkiz

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I just had them replace it because they had to take it off anyways.

I asked the service writer to just say it had coolant all over it and was compromised...