How long does the water pump last?
60,000 to 90,000 miles
The average lifespan of a water pump is similar to the lifespan of a timing belt. They usually last 60,000 to 90,000 miles with the proper care. However, some cheaper water pumps may begin leaking at as low as 30,000 miles.
What causes a water pump to stop working?
Water pumps can sometimes support a mechanical fan. If the fan assembly falters in some way, like from a bent fan blade or a severely cracked assembly, bearings can be affected. For evidence, look for casting breakage around the bearing support as this is typically caused by excessive vibration or an imbalance caused by a badly worn fan or clutch.
What does clean break on water pump mean?
A clean break indicates an “instantaneous” fracture caused by sudden overload or imbalance at the bearing. To remedy, check the pulleys for proper alignment, straightness and fatigue. Inspect fan/fan clutch assembly for a bent or damaged fan, a worn spacer, or a worn or damaged fan clutch.
What causes a water pump bearing to break?
If the fan assembly falters in some way, like from a bent fan blade or a severely cracked assembly, bearings can be affected. For evidence, look for casting breakage around the bearing support as this is typically caused by excessive vibration or an imbalance caused by a badly worn fan or clutch.
What to do if your water pump keeps blowing fuse?
Most likely the water Pump or its control or wiring is shorted or motor is failing and drawing high current. Leave electrical power off on the tripping circuit and call a licensed electrician for diagnostic help and repair.
Water pumps can sometimes support a mechanical fan. If the fan assembly falters in some way, like from a bent fan blade or a severely cracked assembly, bearings can be affected. For evidence, look for casting breakage around the bearing support as this is typically caused by excessive vibration or an imbalance caused by a badly worn fan or clutch.
A clean break indicates an “instantaneous” fracture caused by sudden overload or imbalance at the bearing. To remedy, check the pulleys for proper alignment, straightness and fatigue. Inspect fan/fan clutch assembly for a bent or damaged fan, a worn spacer, or a worn or damaged fan clutch.
If the fan assembly falters in some way, like from a bent fan blade or a severely cracked assembly, bearings can be affected. For evidence, look for casting breakage around the bearing support as this is typically caused by excessive vibration or an imbalance caused by a badly worn fan or clutch.
What happens to the coolant when the water pump fails?
The pump regulates the amount of coolant that goes into the engine. Its job is to constantly supply the engine with fresh and cool liquid from the radiator so the engine can work properly. However, when the water pump fails, and they do regularly fail, the engine will not be able to get the correct amount of coolant and will heat up.