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Dodge: Water bump leak, and replacement, chiltons manual, engine coolant


Question
1999 Dodge P/U 1500, 5.9 engine
Coolant is leaking from water pump area
Did not get service manual with this vehicle
How complicated will it be to replace the water pump?
I do have some mechanical skills?
What should the labor time be, if I take it to shop?
What are the sepcific to watch out for?

Answer
It would probally take about 2 and one half hours for repair. Its a job and if you have the mechanical ability it shouldnt be difficult. A good Chiltons Manual will be handy if you can get one. Labor could be from $50 to $60 a hour depends on your area.. Ty