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How do you know if the water pump is bad on a 2014 Chevy Cruze?

How do you know if the water pump is bad on a 2014 Chevy Cruze?

Here are the most common symptoms of a bad water pump in your Cruze:

  1. Noise. A noisy water pump can indicate that it has a bearing that is going out.
  2. Leaking Water Pump. Water leaking from around your Cruze’s water pump is a sure indication that the water pump could be bad.
  3. Low Coolant Level.
  4. Overheating and/or Steam.

How long does a water pump last on a Chevy Cruze?

Water pumps are designed to last at least 100,000 miles, however, if your water pump fails, you should replace it with a high-quality original-equipment level unit. Less expensive replacement pumps are available, but they might only have a service life of 30,000 miles.

How much does a water pump cost for a 2014 Chevy Cruze?

Chevrolet Cruze Water Pump Replacement costs $465 on average.

Car Service Estimate
2014 Chevrolet CruzeL4-1.8L Service typeWater Pump Replacement Estimate$496.88
2012 Chevrolet CruzeL4-1.8L Service typeWater Pump Replacement Estimate$608.87
2013 Chevrolet CruzeL4-1.4L Turbo Service typeWater Pump Replacement Estimate$611.16

Are there any problems with the Chevy Cruze?

Either way, the repair could cost several hundred dollars. The Chevy Cruze also reportedly had oil leaks from the engine, cooler lines, and transmission seals. Coolant leaks caused problems requiring that the thermostat housing be replaced. There were trunk release switch issues, which, while not expensive to fix, could cause quite a few headaches.

What’s the warranty on a Chevy Cruze?

The warranty coverage for the issue got extended by GM to 10 years or 150,000 miles, whichever came first. The repair involved replacing the water pump. There were reports of defective PCV diaphragms in the valve cover.

What kind of engine does a Chevy Cruze have?

The base model was the LS, which featured a 1.8-liter engine that put out 138 hp. Other trim levels like the LT, 2LT, ECO, and LTZ offered a 1.4-liter turbocharged engine. In 2014 and 2015, they added a turbodiesel engine with an output of 151 hp to the 2.0TD and DIESEL trim levels.

Is the Chevy Cruze a good car to buy?

The Chevrolet Cruze is a sporty compact car sold around the world by General Motors. With its stylish appearance and plenty of room inside, it initially seemed like an improvement over previous Chevy compact cars like the Cavalier and Cobalt. Unlike many compact cars, the Cruze has more weight and feels like a safe, solid vehicle.

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Ruth Doyle