
The engine in your car produces a lot of heat, which means that the cooling system in your car will need to do its job to keep it from overheating. There are many different key components in the cooling system that work together to keep the vehicle at a controlled temperature. The water pump moves the coolant through the coolant passages that is located in the engine. The coolant prevents engine overheating. Once the pump has reached its limits or it has worn out for good, then it should be repaired or even replaced as soon as possible.

Item Type: Engine Water Pump
Gasket: Yes
Material: Steel
Hazardous Material: No
Reference Number: 53021380BB, 53021380AM, 53021380AL, AW7168

If you have a puddle of water or coolant below the front end of your car, it could be a sign that the shaft seal or the gasket that sits between the pump and the engine has failed.

If the water pump is failing, the belt will start making a weird whining noise, which sounds something like a squeak. The loose belt is caused because the bearings in the water pump wear out.

If the water pump fails somehow, you will see the temperature gauge rising on the dashboard. This can happen due to a number of reasons, such as thermostat failure or short electrical wiring, all of which can reduce the overall life of your engine.

If you see white smoke coming out of your radiator, you are looking at a clear sign of water pump failure. The steam in the radiator is produced from an overheated engine, which can happen if the water pump is not working perfectly.
