Do you have to replace water pump with a new one when changing timing belts?

2006 KIA OPTIMA
101,500 MILES
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CFREESE1977
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Just had my Kia in shop to have new timing belt put on. Mechanic said he had to replace water pump even though it wasn't bad. Did I get ripped off or is that the norm for a Kia?
Mar 31, 2012 at 2:58 PM
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ASEMASTER6371
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that is the rule of thumb for all vehicles with timing belts. we always recommend replacing the pump even if it is good.

Roy
Mar 31, 2012 at 3:00 PM
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