2004 Cadillac Escalade Water Pump

2004 CADILLAC ESCALADE
106,000 MILES • 5.3L • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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DAMARTIN
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I noticed that the reservoir has been missing water. I checked for leaks every where and noticed some residue under the front of engine on tire rods. Nothing else is wet. Its not over heating at this point. How can i tell if its the water pump?
Nov 14, 2014 at 9:55 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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When the pump goes bad, it will leak from a weep hole located behind the pulley. Also, most times a pump bearing will make noise. Make sure there is no white smoke from the exhaust which could indicate a bad head gasket. Also, make sure the coolant isn't mixing with the engine oil.

Let me know what you find.
Nov 14, 2014 at 10:00 AM
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