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If the water pump needs to be changed due to a leak in the cooland does it mean a gasket has blown as well?
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∙ 14y ago
If you're referring to the water pump gasket, and, if you're changing a faulty water pump, a gasket should come with it and also needs to be changed (Use the grey Permatex gasket sealant on the new gasket). If you're referring to the head gasket - not necessarily.
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