How To Replace A Water Pump (Dodge, Chrysler, Jeep 3.6)

In this video, I am giving a step by step repair tutorial on how to replace the water pump on a 2013 Dodge Challenger. However, this water pump set up can be found in other Dodge, Chrysler, and Jeep vehicles that have the 3.6 Engine.
I'd rate the skill level needed to complete this job as intermediate. With 10 being the hardest, I'd give a 3.5 rating.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN : Make sure the car has cooled down completely. Working with the cooling system can be dangerous and you can get severely burned by the hot antifreeze. My rule of thumb is waiting about 45 minutes to an hour before you began.
Tools Needed: Simple Socket Set, Pliers, 3/8 Ratchet (Manual or Electrical) & Shop Rags.
If you have any questions pertaining to this job, feel free to ask in the comment section. If I was able to help you out in this video, "hit that like button" and consider subscribing as there will be more repair tutorial videos to come!
Thanks for watching,
-Alex
Instagram: @alexthecardoctor
Music: Solitude
Musician: Rook1e
#waterpumpreplacement #dodge #chrysler #jeep #3.6 #alexthecardoctor #howto

[@paulbryant49090]

Dealership wanted $646 to do my pump. I saved $500, thanks for the video!

[@doranoriega8179]

Thank you all the way from California!!! As a single mother in these crazy "inflation days," you have saved me a lot of money with your DIY videos. I've done most of the work on my 2012 Dodge Charger SE 3.6L.

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Thanks so much. This comment has made my entire year 🥺. This is exactly why I create the content. I’m proud of you for doing your own work! You go girl! 💪🏽👩🏽‍🔧

[@G-Hex]

Tips are awesome, but your camera man deserves recognition as well. Outstanding coverage by him/her!

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Thanks buddy and for the support.I will let the camera person know you enjoyed it

[@samueljeantime8227]

From one Mechanic to another, your videos are really great keep up the good work of helping others.👨🏾‍🔧

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Thanks, will do!

[@jadonrollins9812]

Let me start by giving Alex the respect he deserves 👏. I have fixed several things on my 2013 dodge charger because of his step by step videos. The oil cooler, intake gaskets (upper and lower), spark plugs and coils, fuel pump, and now the water pump. I want to say thanks Alex for putting out good videos and information and if you ever need something I got you. My next project is the lifter which I believe are making a tapping noise the vehicle has 208,000 miles on it but has been very reliable.

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Thanks so much man! Glad I could help 🙏🏽

[@MagmaSammich]

Just did this job today! Great vid. Love the tip for keeping track of the bolts.

[@king_Charles501]

Hey anyone doing this, if you coolant reservoir looks like that you might as well change it also. There is a coolant drain plug on the bottom of the radiator also. Great video do man. I'm getting ready to change this part, the reservoir and the oil filter cooling housing.

[@thatcardguy4003]

My friend, thank you so much. I've never worked on a Dodge in my life. But now I have one and I'm living in Mexico. Your video was great! Now, I just need to find the parts, that's the hard part here. I'm going to change the water pump and the thermostat. Thanks again.

[@henrymira8878]

I can smell this job

[@alfredofernandez8036]

Very helpful. You are a great instructor. I will use this on my 2015 Chrysler 300. The pump has a small leak. Thank for sharing your knowledge.

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Thanks for watching and your support, I’m glad you was able to learn from my video. My pleasure, happy new year 🎊🎆🎈

[@almaelizabeth5899]

I didn’t do the screw things and it really gave me a headache. That’s a great tip!

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Thanks for watching, glad you enjoyed it

[@Kingtutmf9]

This video is so detailed and the camera person was so great

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

I’m glad you enjoyed it thanks for the support

[@ajvite96]

Wish I had found this video and channel way earlier, my 2011 Charger was the base model, but invested so much into it.., ended up selling it because none of the mechanics I took it to could figure out why the car was over heating….

[@martymcmannis6581]

Good job with this information. I needed it. 2.7 concord starded knocking at 104 thousand miles. No water in the oil so maybe I saved it. Thanks again

[@James-st1cj]

Great video. Well done. I've never seen red coolant like that.... 🙄

[@solidsquad8245]

This video really help!!! Big props to the camera guy when you ask him to zoom in on the belt lol. But I know I have to look at it before I take the belt off to see how it’s goes. But they was going to charge me $400 for the labor and $330 for the part I have a coolant leak. So thanks for making the 30mins video. So I can do it myself and save money. About to get started on it right now thanks 💯

[@13612]

How long did it take you?

[@ninotorres51]

Awesome video and the extension that fell in the hose...crazy. idk how you found that. That could've been a disaster! Great job

[@eithanbirkmeyer1291]

“10 being the hardest… 3 1/2” We like that we like that😂

[@stevensly]

Awesome video, best guide I've seen for the 3.6! Thank you for sharing your knowledge!

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Glad it was helpful!

[@user-ox3mj5ph3c]

2014 Chrysler water pump when out had know idea how to replace it then I went on when on your KZbin channel and replaced my own water pump in about in hour thank

[@ToddGratehouse]

Great job, just what I needed. Don't forget to Burp it.

[@mohammedalanazi2033]

Thank you Alex I will copy what you did to replace my 2012 Chrysler 3.6 water pump 🙏👍

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Hello and thanks for watching

[@kc62474]

Your bolt idea is a lot better than mine. In the past I've threw every bolt and etc. in a coffee can and tried to figure out later what goes to what.

[@EME4Mexicanos]

I’m about to perform this job this Sunday. At first I thought it was the lower hose cuz it was covered in coolant. I replaced the hose but I keep losing coolant. It’s actually coming from the coolant pump. I’m also going to be replacing the drive belt aswell

[@hittz8331]

Nice detailed video.... Much appreciated. I have to say....He went through the whooooooole job and now cant put a belt on? LOL .... But you redeemed yourself.... Thanks Much.

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

It be happening 😂🤣 sometimes my brain starts buffering lol

[@renemadueno554]

Love your channel Alex.. I've learned so much watching your videos. I changed my water pump on my 2016 charger SE following step by step but now my heater won't blow hot air..Not sure what I did wrong.

[@rhukker7671]

Not enough coolant

[@FranciscoHernandez-dq7rf]

And bleed the air out which it can be a pain to do I advise a coolant vacuum filler gets rid of all possible trapped air

[@kevink.9500]

Good video brother. Don't know if my issue is water pump but I think the lore hoses it's leaking.

[@rickybobbygang6677]

Great video I got it done today so easy you must do more can you do video on oil cooler for charger or challenger. Also how do we know if part is failing or signs it must be replaced?

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

I got a couple on the channel of the oil cooler already. Check out the channel 👨🏽‍🔧

[@BlackvinDiesel]

🤠Great work Alex! But can i ask what problems influenced you to change water pump in first place?? Mine runs hot kinda randomly ever so slightly. But really goes up to almost the 3/4 mark when I'm accelerating or on highway. Did some things but haven't done water pump. Ideas?

[@markrepola7444]

Well your 3 is a 13 in difficulty for me. I’d dropped every bolt, an lost half of them The belt would of been a hour job for me. You make it look easy. My 2015 200s has had a slow leak for 2yrs now. Top off coolant twice a year. You don’t happen to live in Denver CO do you?? 😬

[@FrostyYT07]

Do I have to change it then. Because my 2012 dodge charger overheating while running temp gauge goes up to H and goes back down to normal. Loses power too 😬been doing it for almost a week driving like that. I already change thermostat and still doing it

[@billygoat2398]

Gained a new subscriber

[@richardbadish6990]

My car is a 2011 dodge avenger 3.6l v6 it's been overheating quite a bit. But after it gets so hot on the highway it'd eventually kick back down. Like a defective thermostat. First thing I did was replace that. But nothing changed. However after still driving it a few days. It's gotten to the point where it'll be fibe around 55 and under, but once u get up past 65mph. It overheats doesn't release the cap tho and dump pressure. But literally as soon as I slow down. It goes back to normal Temps. I'm thinking it's not getting good enough flow ie defective/bad pump. Or a clogged system is my guess. Just curious if you have had something similar happen to you? It's very confusing!

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

I had a problem similar to that I end up replacing the radiator. Perform a block test to make sure it is not your head gasket before replacing anything

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

@rami hani hey there did you burp the coolant system after you replace the cooler

[@gringowilliams4370]

I'm having 100% same problem. 2014 durango 3.6 Only runs hot while driving over 50mph. Replace thermostat and radiator cap, still same. Did you figure yours out? Thanks.

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

@@gringowilliams4370 your radiator may be stopped up or you have a air flow block. The a/c Condenser cooling fins may be bent restricting airflow to the radiator

[@skateizaac]

Did u fix problem I’m having similar problem

[@jong55]

Hey Alex, a fan of your shorts/tik toks Any tips on removing the fan on dodge models that have a old fan on the front of the water pump ? much appreciated

[@jeffcelesti7763]

Love all ur how to videos very detailed but one question I replaced it added coolant to the reservoir but when I squeeze the top radiator holes it feel like it empty?

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Hey there and thanks for watching.did you bleed the air out of the coolant system

[@jeffcelesti7763]

@@AlexTheCarDoctor I tho I did I just watched one of your videos now so I will try it your way now

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Keep me posted

[@jeffcelesti7763]

@@AlexTheCarDoctor It worked I bleed the air out massage the upper holes let it run for about 15min took it for a test drive all gas no brakes 😂 and the temperature stayed at the half way mark thank you I appreciate it

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

@@jeffcelesti7763 I’m glad everything worked out for you that’s why I make this video

[@user-lb1en4tz7w]

Question my water pump came with a different style gasket. Will it make a difference. The one I got doesn’t have the cover for the spiral any suggestions

[@Woodstepper74]

Thanks Mr Alex.

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

You got this. You the next car Doctor

[@OutdorsDanny]

You had me at 3.5

[@mymillenia2001]

I wonder if there’s any signs of the pump going bad? My car is making a weird noise and it’s coming from the water pump Area.

[@frankbicknell3303]

What about the crossover pipe leaking on top of the water pump? Was it the water pump really leaking?

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Hello and thanks for watching. On this video the water pump solve the issue that’s why it’s very important to do a system pressure test on your cooling system to properly diagnose the problem so you want misdiagnosed anything good observation though

[@24efo1987]

I'm replacing my water pump,thermostat housing and crossover since I'm already going to be in there. Advance and AutoZone wants 171.00 for just a water pump. Got mine online all three parts including gaskets for less than 200 with shipping. Replacing the plastic crossover with an aluminum one. Thanks for the video!

[@davidmarti1210]

Bro great job how much would u charge someone for that job if the person brings in own part and fluids

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Mid $100

[@khaledaltaiba9158]

Thank you so much for the video very helpful ❤❤

[@Devoh915]

Perfection

[@johnnichols4494]

Great video thank you

[@user-pq2hz3qb2n]

Does it matter if you don’t torque bolts back to spec ?

[@warhawk813]

Heyo, love your videos and use them help me work on my vehicle. I have a 2013 Dodge Durango and I’ve recently encountered overheating problems. It started with the radiator cap so I replace it. Since then it’s been overheating, pushing coolant into the reservoir when it overflows and out. Since then, I’ve changed the thermostat, oil cooler (which was a ongoing issue prior leaking oil), and the water pump. I properly burped the system but it still overheats. Any ideas on what could be the issue?

[@jesusranilla5335]

Saber me psa lo mismo

[@Blessed300.]

What would you rate the skill level on a lifter rocket replace?

[@JT-bq4jz]

Smart guy

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Thanks

[@damienmoore2664]

My resivor keeps going down I’ve replace water pump radiator and thermostat was driving it earlier today and when I pulled in the driveway, I heard something leak and looked under the car and it’s leaking coolant from up under the car. There’s no check engine light on in the car does not overheat.

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

You check all the hoses?

[@assadjandali9207]

How often should a water pump, radiator, and thermostat be replaced? as in mileage or years

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Hey there and thanks for watching. It’s hard to say when it comes to years,mileage I say change water pump about every 100k to 130k and change thermostat with water pump. I not really sure about the radiator they go out at random

[@ganjaog9256]

My car is at dodge right now getting a water pump and t-stat replaced Under warranty cause the last one failed at 81k miles, bought the car new. Now I’m at 135k miles and pump #2 failed after only 55k miles since last replacement. They will fail on you before you get to replacing it sooner than they fail. But I do a ton of driving so who knows about your situation.

[@michaeltitus]

When is the moment to change Water pump 3.6 ,I mean average mileage? , before is defects

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Hey there thanks for watching I would suggest replacing it between 100k to 150k miles just for preventive maintenance

[@laadyreyes9491]

i replaced my reservior due to coolant bubbling inside the tank, also thought it was the cause for the leak. But now that the reservior is replace the bubbling stopped but its still leaking, i did noticed that along the water pump theres coolant leaking. would i need to relace the water or could it be something else

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

I would replace the water pump to be on the safe side. Did you let the car overheat? If so, do a block test!

[@bskrape25]

Does this work for 2.7 Dodge Charger ?

[@orlyaccount]

whats the average cost for this job parts/labor?

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

I don’t deal with the pricing anymore but this should run you between 250 to 400$

[@dre-p954]

Anybody else have a hard time or tips on getting the waterpump out after all the bolts are removed? The 1 in the video popped our pretty easy

[@aleperez8900]

Excelente video

[@snakecatcher3762]

Hey guy, I have a 2012 chrysler 300 3.6L, same motor, my car keeps overheating, I believe it's my water pump, bottom hose is cold like, it's feels like nothing runs thru it, I replaced the radiator and thermostat twice, so that's why I think it's the water pump, water does drop out of the water pump but only when the top hose is rock hard and hot, I loosen the screw cap to release hose pressure but it goes right back to hot, can u help me out my guy and tell me what u think it is? I think it's my pump, I replaced everything but the water pump already!

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Hey there sorry to hear that you’re having problem. Did you properly burp your cooling system of air

[@snakecatcher3762]

@The car doctor, hey, what's up guy, thank u for responding back to quickly, yes, I burped it, the water is running out from the water pump, I can go into the store, and come out, the water is running out from the water pump, it socks but imma order it, I just wanted to know from your experience with these pentastar engine, how do u deal with or see how u can tell if it's a water pump?

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

@@snakecatcher3762 if you can see it leaking from the water pump then it’s bad for sure

[@snakecatcher3762]

@@AlexTheCarDoctor yes, it is, can I have it rebuilt for cheaper or no, it's just best to buy another one?

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

@@snakecatcher3762 best to buy another this newer vehicle parts are not Rebuildables in most cases

[@yovannyvega4551]

Where can I buy a water pump for a Dodge Charger v6

[@aljazziiii]

Thanks a lot🌹

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

My pleasure

[@travisjackson2026]

My 2012 Chrysler 300 is running hot replaced fan thermostat no check engine light on I don't know what's wrong with it should I change the water pump

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Are the cooling fans coming on. Do you have a scanner that reads data fans should come on around 220 degrees

[@TheJonathan2955]

What that tool called

[@214Oscar]

Dodge jeep and Chrysler is purple coolant tho

[@hermanpeters549]

Great job but skill level is more then a 3 more like 6

[@scorpiokilla8793]

Is this the same motor in 2012 Chrysler 300

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Yes but it’s Front wheel drive configuration

[@jamesp5301]

Jealous. Much easier to get to then in my Town and Country!

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Very true front wheel drive configuration is a whole Nother beast even though it’s the same engine

[@Koala-Express]

Much easier than my crap Ford 3.5L

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

The ford 3.5 are not that bad meaning I don’t see many in the shop

[@user-ox3mj5ph3c]

O yeah it cost me 100 bucks 👍👍👍

[@TheGreatGP12]

Looks like the thermostat needs to be replaced. It has antifreeze buildup on the front portion of it. Possibly a hairline crack

[@moisesmontgomery]

who put all that tomato soup inside the coolant system

[@zinzun95]

9ft lbs = 1 ugga dugga

[@titan9m]

You were sent from above from the Mopar Gods to help us average Joe’s with our cars! Thank you sir! 🫡

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

You’re welcome sir! 🫡

[@rondellschuyler7074]

Later Chrysler cars and trucks take a Hoat type antifreeze. Zurrex G05