2000 Toyota Camry Oil Pump Seal Leak

2000 TOYOTA CAMRY
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FLANICKMON
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Good Morning,

I have a 2000 4 cyl Camry that I purchased new. I just had my 100000 mile service done which included a timing belt. The mechanic called to tell me that the oil seals on the oil pump were failing and the pump needed to be replaced. Is this "normal"? How involved is it and how much should I expect to pay for such a service? Thanks in advance for any help/advice.

Nick
Apr 8, 2006 at 1:00 AM
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LOSONE
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It can be expensive if the engine has to come out. I haveseen a few bad seals but not that many. If the pan can be removed without the engine coming out probably about $500. Double that if the engine has to come out. Those are Mississippi prices. Good Luck
Apr 11, 2006 at 4:59 AM
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FLANICKMON
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Thank you Lee - I was quoted $642.00 out the door so that's in-line. They said they can do it without removing the engine. That also includes new timing belts.
Apr 11, 2006 at 10:22 AM
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Replace the leaking oil pump seals or oil pump. If the oil pan can be removed with the engine in the car, labor is moderate and a quote around $500 to $650 is reasonable, especially if a new timing belt is included. Expect roughly double that cost if the engine must be removed.

Conversation Summary

The owner of a 2000 Toyota Camry 4-cylinder was told during a 100,000-mile timing belt service that the oil pump seals were failing and the pump needed replacement. An expert said failed seals are seen occasionally, not constantly, and estimated about $500 if the pan can be removed without pulling the engine, or about double if the engine must come out. The owner was quoted $642 out the door, including new timing belts, with the engine staying in the car, which fits that range.

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