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How much does a Car Air Pump Replacement cost?

On average, the cost for a Pontiac Tempest Car Air Pump Replacement is $430 with $335 for parts and $95 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

Car	Service	Estimate	Shop/Dealer Price
1987 Pontiac TempestL4-2.0L	Service typeCar Air Pump Replacement	Estimate$785.61	Shop/Dealer Price$963.27 - $1473.73
1987 Pontiac TempestV6-2.8L	Service typeCar Air Pump Replacement	Estimate$765.61	Shop/Dealer Price$943.28 - $1453.76
1989 Pontiac TempestV6-2.8L	Service typeCar Air Pump Replacement	Estimate$765.61	Shop/Dealer Price$943.28 - $1453.76
1989 Pontiac TempestL4-2.0L	Service typeCar Air Pump Replacement	Estimate$765.61	Shop/Dealer Price$943.26 - $1453.72
1988 Pontiac TempestV6-2.8L	Service typeCar Air Pump Replacement	Estimate$765.61	Shop/Dealer Price$943.30 - $1453.79
1988 Pontiac TempestL4-2.0L	Service typeCar Air Pump Replacement	Estimate$765.61	Shop/Dealer Price$943.28 - $1453.76

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What is the Air Pump all about?

Decades ago, exhaust systems were pretty simple. The spent gases vented from the engine through the exhaust manifold, into the exhaust pipe, and then out through a muffler. However, stricter environmental laws and regulations have significantly impacted today’s automotive exhaust systems. A number of new components, including your car’s air pump, must be in place to ensure that the engine emits as few harmful elements as possible. Also known as the smog pump, this secondary air injection system essentially pushes air into the exhaust system to help ensure that all unburned fuel is combusted. If the air pump is not working, excess emissions and pollutants will be released into the atmosphere.

Keep in mind:

Your air pump is electronic, and subject to a number of potential problems, including issues with wiring or shorts.
Your air pump is an important part of your emissions system and should not be removed (removing smog pumps is popular with “modders” looking to lighten their vehicle).
You need an operational smog pump to pass your emissions test.

How it's done:

The vehicle hood is raised and supported
The defective air pump is removed
The new air pump is installed
The air pump is tested for proper operation
The vehicle hood is closed and road tested for proper operation

Our recommendation:

Your car’s air pump is a vital part of your emissions system and helps reduce pollution from your engine. While there is no set life expectancy for these components, they do fail from time to time. If you suspect there’s a problem with your emissions system, or you’ve failed your emissions test, have your car diagnosed by one of our expert mechanics.

What common symptoms indicate you may need to replace the Air Pump?

Engine runs rough (due to insufficient pressure)
Check Engine light is on
Car experiences reduced power while accelerating

How important is this service?

Having an operational emissions system is important for many reasons, including reducing pollution and ensuring that your engine runs properly. Without an operating air pump the pressure in your exhaust will be too low, the engine will run poorly, and fuel efficiency will decrease. Have a faulty air pump replaced promptly.

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by Harald

Pontiac Tempest V8-5.3L - Pre-purchase Car Inspection - Laguna Niguel, California

Chris did a great job inspecting the vehicle, I live in GA and wanted to purchase a car in CA so I needed an unbiased third party to look at it for me. My primary concern was that the car was represented accurately in the online ad (there are a lot of scams online now), which he did, we had a great conversation after the inspection which did a lot to comfort my concerns. This was a "project" car and needed to be evaluated accordingly, it was something that I had planned on doing a restoration on so I knew it needed some work. My only critique is that when the car was delivered there was a little more rust than I had expected, I wish that he had pointed that out, I accept some of the responsibility for not asking enough questions during our conversation. Overall I am extremely happy with the inspection service and would highly recommend Chris .

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26 years of experience

by John

Pontiac Tempest L6-3.8L - Brakes, Steering and Suspension Inspection - Los Altos, California

On time. A true gentleman. Skilled with cars that date over many years. He knows older cars including many classics. Younger mechanics probably would know know a thing about a 4BBL Carburetor. One can see that he has a true love of cars & the work he does. This is only one experience so I would hope to see him back when needed.

Ray

32 years of experience

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Ray

32 years of experience

by Scott

Pontiac G6 V6-3.5L - Front Crankshaft Seal - Fort Mill, South Carolina

Came early and completed the job efficiently.

Ramon

7 years of experience

130 reviews

Ramon

7 years of experience

by Lytrell

Pontiac Sunfire L4-2.2L - Alternator - Los Angeles, California

Ramon was great. He serviced my car quickly and let me know what other services need to be done to keep my car on the road.

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