Water Pumps

A water pump is a vital part of vehicles today in that it transfers water from the car's radiator moves the coolant through the motor and back through the radiator. This process is done to assist in ensuring your engine keeps a constant temperature for long and short trips in your vehicle, even on the hottest of the long summer drives.

When the time comes to look for a replacement water pump, you may notice a number of symptoms or significant signs, including:

• Your vehicle is overheating - you will notice this via the temperature gauge in your car will be higher than it usually is. This can be a sign the water pump is no longer working or is not working properly. Overheating can indicate that the water pump cannot transfer the water around the motor, causing it to overheat. Overheating your vehicle can run the risk of damaging your engine.
• Coolant leaks or notice a decrease in the coolant level - another symptom that comes from the water pump, which indicates that your water pump needs replacing. There are several different reasons why this can happen, usually because the gaskets and seals have been worn out, cracked or broken. You will usually notice a puddle of water left on the ground from where you park your car, or over a period of time, you may notice a decrease in your coolant level.
• Steam - this is a sign something underneath your bonnet is not performing correctly. When a water pump no longer works, the coolant can no longer pump around the engine, causing the engine to overheat. If you see steam coming out of the bonnet, you should pull over as soon as it is safe to do so. Signs of overheating or steam can cause great damage to the car if you continue to drive with these symptoms.
• Noise - when driving, another symptom you may notice is a high-pitched or whining noise that is prominent when using the accelerator. This can be caused by the belt being loose on the pulley, which will need tightening or replacement. The noise could also indicate that the water pump is on its last legs and would be worthwhile checking it.

If you have any of the above signs, don't waste time, get into your local store today to find a replacement water pump and water pump gasket for your vehicle.

Water pumps can vary in price depending on your vehicle's make and model and if you're getting an electric water pump or just a standard replacement. Due to the varied price get in contact with your local store and they will be able to provide you with a price.

To maximise the longevity of your cooling system, we recommend replacing the radiator hoses, clamps, and coolant at the time. Whilst you are buried deep in the engine bay with your hand tools, you may also like to replace your timing belt as both components are close together.