Should i replace water pump when i replace timing belt?

Question

My 2003 Toyota Tacoma w/ over 103,000 mi on it timing belt needs replacing, should i replace also, to cut labor cost, the water pump or is that in a location on this engine where it really doesn't matter?

Answer 1

Yes, replace the water pump at the same time.  Toyota recommends replacing the belt every 60,000 miles under severe service, which is a lot of stop-and-go in town driving.  I would also replace the thermostat and flush the cooling system while it's all apart.

Answer 2

Yes it is recommended you replace the water pump if you are getting the timing belt replaced.

They are both in the same area and it will save you 2-3 hours labor cost to get it done at the same time.