So my water pump died and I had to have my 86 300e towed 5 whole embarrasing miles. I talked to a mechanic and he quoted me 4.3 hours worth of work. Plus $240 for the part. I'm a fairly good mechanic, but for some reason, I'm intimidated on this one.

Is this a tough bear of a job or am I being silly? I know I'll have to remove the radiator (not looking forward to that!) and then get to the water pump itself. My water level is okay, but my fan completely fell off. Luckily it didn't do any damage to my radiator. I'll need a new belt of course and should probably change the hoses. Anything else I'll need or will a new pump be all? Will I need a Water Pump Kit?

I don't want to do this job but I can't financially afford to pay someone else to do it for me, so here I go!

Thanks!

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Kyle De Priest
2007 e320 Bluetec
2013 GLK 250 Bluetec