Posted on 7/9/2021
Your water pump, which sits under the hood, keeps your car running efficiently and guarantees you a safe and easy ride. Your vehicle's engine is made up of various components that are constantly moving, thereby generating an unbelievable amount of friction and heat. The water pump plays an essential role in your car's cooling system by moving coolant from the radiator and supplying it throughout the engine system to keep everything at an optimum temperature. When you have a faulty water pump, your engine will overheat, causing damage to the cylinder heads, gaskets, and pistons. If gone unnoticed, it could lead to catastrophic engine damage. However, your failing water pump will usually display the following signs: Leaking Coolant Your car's water pump is made of various parts, such as seals and gadgets, to facilitate a steady flow of the coolant from the radiator to the engine block. Over time, these seals and gadgets will loosen up, wear out, break ... read more