2ZZGE Water Pump Failures

 We are starting to notice that more water pumps are failing on the 2ZZGEs.  We are finding even cars with low miles are starting to see this issue.  

If you are noticing that your coolant bottle level is dropping, have a look at the weep hole on the pump, as shown below.  The white/pink residue collecting on the housing is an easy way to note that the pump is giving up!

Toyota water pumps are available.  Be sure to get one with the plastic impeller blades.

another leaky pump

Seals may be failing due to lack of driving!  Of course, cars with higher mileage will benefit from a proactive swap.  If you car is over 75k miles, I would budget for a service.