{"id":149,"date":"2021-12-06T17:51:40","date_gmt":"2021-12-06T17:51:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/?p=149"},"modified":"2021-12-06T17:51:57","modified_gmt":"2021-12-06T17:51:57","slug":"common-symptoms-of-a-bad-oil-pump-and-cost-to-replace","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/oil\/common-symptoms-of-a-bad-oil-pump-and-cost-to-replace\/","title":{"rendered":"3 Common Symptoms of a Bad Oil Pump (and Cost to Replace)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Worried about your car\u2019s oil pump and if you should repair or replace it? Besides the warning light on your vehicle\u2019s dashboard, there are other signs of a failing oil pump to look for. This article will discuss how oil pumps work, common failure symptoms, and why oil pumps go out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ll also learn ways to test your car\u2019s oil pump for problems, how much it costs to replace the pump, and answers to frequently asked questions vehicle owners have. Keep reading to absorb everything you need to know about vehicle oil pumps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Oil-Pump-Replacement-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-150\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Oil-Pump-Replacement-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Oil-Pump-Replacement-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Oil-Pump-Replacement-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Oil-Pump-Replacement-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Oil-Pump-Replacement.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_71 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\"><p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Contents<\/p>\n<\/div><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/oil\/common-symptoms-of-a-bad-oil-pump-and-cost-to-replace\/#How_Does_an_Oil_Pump_Work\" title=\"How Does an Oil Pump Work?\">How Does an Oil Pump Work?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/oil\/common-symptoms-of-a-bad-oil-pump-and-cost-to-replace\/#3_Common_Symptoms_of_a_Bad_Oil_Pump\" title=\"3 Common Symptoms of a Bad Oil Pump\">3 Common Symptoms of a Bad Oil Pump<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/oil\/common-symptoms-of-a-bad-oil-pump-and-cost-to-replace\/#Why_Do_Oil_Pumps_Fail\" title=\"Why Do Oil Pumps Fail?\">Why Do Oil Pumps Fail?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/oil\/common-symptoms-of-a-bad-oil-pump-and-cost-to-replace\/#How_to_Test_Your_Oil_Pump\" title=\"How to Test Your Oil Pump\">How to Test Your Oil Pump<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/oil\/common-symptoms-of-a-bad-oil-pump-and-cost-to-replace\/#Oil_Pump_Replacement_Costs\" title=\"Oil Pump Replacement Costs\">Oil Pump Replacement Costs<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/oil\/common-symptoms-of-a-bad-oil-pump-and-cost-to-replace\/#FAQ\" title=\"FAQ\">FAQ<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Does_an_Oil_Pump_Work\"><\/span>How Does an Oil Pump Work?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Your car\u2019s oil pump is usually located in either the oil pan or at the front of your engine. The pump works by forcing oil up from the pan and around the engine\u2019s oilways. Once the oil circulates through the oilways, it goes back into the pan. The pump is responsible for recirculating oil, so your engine\u2019s parts remain lubricated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you drive a vehicle with a bad or failed oil pump, you\u2019ll ruin your engine. In the majority of cases, the engine will need to be replaced. As you may already be aware, a car\u2019s engine is one of its most expensive components. Replacement costs will vary according to the number of cylinders you have, but you can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.familyhandyman.com\/article\/how-much-does-it-cost-to-replace-an-engine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">count on spending $4,000<\/a> or more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Common_Symptoms_of_a_Bad_Oil_Pump\"><\/span><a><\/a>3 Common Symptoms of a Bad Oil Pump<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">The most common symptoms of a bad oil pump are:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Low oil pressure, usually first indicated by the oil light on your dashboard. As the problem gets worse, you\u2019ll probably notice a loss of engine power and engine stalling.<\/li><li>Increased engine temperature, which is usually observable from your car\u2019s dashboard. You\u2019ll notice the temperature creeping up or a check engine light.<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=KdGA1vlmB4A\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Excess noise<\/a> from the engine area.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Do_Oil_Pumps_Fail\"><\/span><a><\/a>Why Do Oil Pumps Fail?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Each vehicle will be different, but you can expect an oil pump to last <a href=\"https:\/\/carfromjapan.com\/article\/car-maintenance\/5-signs-engine-oil-pump-needs-replacing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">between 60,000 and 70,000 miles<\/a> with proper maintenance.<\/strong> This means you perform oil changes on time and use the right oil for your vehicle. You\u2019ll want to check your owner\u2019s manual or the manufacturer\u2019s information online to see how long your particular oil pump should last.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep in mind that it\u2019s either time or the number of miles, whichever comes first. If you use 12,000 miles per year as a guide, a typical oil pump should last between 5 and 5.84 years. However, yours may last shorter than that if you drive more than 12,000 miles a year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Besides age and wear and tear, the other causes of oil pump failures are malfunctioning and improperly installed parts. If a repair shop installed your oil pump, there should be a guarantee on both the part and workmanship. Double-check the paperwork you received after the repair was completed or the shop\u2019s policy. These repair and replacement part warranties are usually good for a specified number of miles or months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Another common cause of oil pump failure is not performing proper preventative maintenance. That means skipping oil changes or a habit of doing oil changes late. Some vehicles need oil changes every 3,000 miles or 3 months, whichever comes first. Others, such as most Hondas, can go up to 6,000 miles or every 6 months before you need an oil change. Look at the manufacturer\u2019s recommendations and follow them religiously.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You also want to ensure you\u2019re using the right type of oil for your car. Repair shops should have all of this information on file, but you\u2019ll need to look it up if you do your own oil changes. Again, the best reference is your owner\u2019s manual. Don\u2019t use another type of oil in the car, or you could be slowly damaging the engine\u2019s components.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If your oil becomes contaminated, it can also lead to oil pump failure. Sources of contamination could be a leaking fuel line or oil that comes into contact with other liquids before it leaves the bottle. Finally, running a car with low oil levels can cause your oil pump to fail prematurely. Without the proper amount of oil, your car\u2019s parts can\u2019t get the lubrication they need to run well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Test_Your_Oil_Pump\"><\/span><a><\/a>How to Test Your Oil Pump<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Before you test your oil pump, you\u2019ll want to locate it inside the oil pan. On most vehicles, the pump sits near the top of the pan. However, you might also find the pump near the crankshaft. To test the pump\u2019s functionality, place a pressure gauge on the oil port. Record the readings you get.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Then, compare your gauge\u2019s readings against the manufacturer\u2019s recommendations. If the gauge shows your oil pressure is low, try cleaning the oil filter and checking the oil levels with the engine\u2019s dipstick. After you do these steps, re-test the pressure with the gauge. If it\u2019s still low, you\u2019ll need to replace the pump. You can also try filling up the oil in your engine if the dipstick indicates you have low levels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Oil-Pump-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-151\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Oil-Pump-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Oil-Pump-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Oil-Pump-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Oil-Pump-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Oil-Pump.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Oil_Pump_Replacement_Costs\"><\/span><a><\/a>Oil Pump Replacement Costs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>An oil pump will cost between $50 and $150. In most cases, you\u2019ll also need a new oil pan gasket and gaskets for the front of your engine. <strong>If you take your car into a shop to replace the oil pump, you\u2019re looking at $300 to $2,500.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Depending on how much work needs to be done, it can take 4 to 8 hours to replace the oil pump.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQ\"><\/span><a><\/a>FAQ<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a><\/a>Can You Drive with a Bad Oil Pump?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Usually not. You stand a high probability of causing engine damage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a><\/a>How to Fix Oil Pump Problems?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s best to take your vehicle to a certified mechanic or repair shop to evaluate the extent of the problem and make repairs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a><\/a>What Are the Signs of a Bad Oil Pressure Sensor?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In most cases, the oil light will remain illuminated on your dashboard or will come on intermittently.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a><\/a>Can a Bad Oil Pump Cause Loss of Power?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, it can cause the engine to lose power, overheat, and stall.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Worried about your car\u2019s oil pump and if you should repair or replace it? 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