Posted on 12/22/2020
Your Lexus relies on the water pump to keep its engine cool. The water pump is responsible for pumping the coolant through the engine with the aim of maintaining optimum operating temperatures. Therefore, with a properly operating water pump, your car will likely overheat, and the engine might eventually fail. The water pump in your Lexus is designed to last long, but it is not completely immune to problems. Below is a rundown of the common signs that should tell you that you need to go for Lexus water pump repairs. Leaking Coolant Your Lexus water pump is made up of gaskets and seals that are meant to keep the coolant contained in addition to ensuring a smooth flow of the coolant from the radiator to the engine. However, the seals and the gaskets will eventually wear out. When this happens, you can expect the coolant to leak, and you will know it when you see a green or red fluid under the center of your Lexus. Loose Water Pump Pulley Sometimes, when your Lexus water pump is faili ... read more