2000 Dodge Caravan water pump

2000 DODGE CARAVAN
147,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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SCRUBJAY
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My 2000 Dodge Caravan, 6-cylinder stopped while driving. The mechanic said the water pump had blown, damaging the timing belt, and causing a "bender"...repairs are 2500 to 3000 does this sound right?
Jan 7, 2011 at 11:19 AM
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WRENCHTECH
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That would be the case on any 3.0 engine except the 12valve SOHC which should be the engine you have. That particular engine is a NON-INTERFERENCE engine so it doesn't bend valves. You should be able to replace just the pump and belt.
Jan 7, 2011 at 11:42 AM
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