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Because if dies on you after you have replaced the timing belt it will cost as much as replace the timing belt. If you do not know, in order to remove the water pump you need to remove the timing belt it's about $300-600 depending where you live. Do you really want to pay such money twice?

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Q: Why should you change the water pump with the timing belt?
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