Is the water pump in a car indestructible?
Although the water pump in most vehicles will last a long time, they are by no means indestructible. So, Like any other mechanical device, they will produce a few warning signs that they are wearing out. This info is only meant to help reduce the time in finding the actual water pump failure.
What are the symptoms of a failed water pump?
A failed water pump shares some symptoms with other bad components in your vehicle: Coolant leak. A bad hose, gasket or radiator may also leak coolant. But the water pump glossy, green leak (or whatever the color of your coolant is) will usually show up on the floor right under the water pump or close to it.
Is there a warranty for a centrifugal pump?
Installation and parts manuals are provided only as reference tools. Neither the manufacturer nor the Seller makes any representation or warranty of any kind to the Buyer that he or she is qualified to neither install nor make any repairs to the product.
Can a water pump freeze up during a seizure?
While not definite, it’s possible to have a water pump freeze up intermittently and possibly due to heat. This could have been the cause of the first belt breakage. Once cooled the water pump would rotate again until the next seizure.
Although the water pump in most vehicles will last a long time, they are by no means indestructible. So, Like any other mechanical device, they will produce a few warning signs that they are wearing out. This info is only meant to help reduce the time in finding the actual water pump failure.
What happens if your water pump is frozen?
If the water pump is frozen, likely it would at least break/throw the serpentine belt. The shop should have checked the water pump bearings for play, and made sure all of the other belt-driven accessories were rotating freely before they called it “fixed”.
When do you Know Your water pump is failing?
Finally, if you notice steam; is coming from the front of your engine as you drive or come to a stop; it is an instant sign of an overheated engine. As discussed above, an engine will maintain a consistent temperature; when the water pump works correctly and circulates water to a functioning radiator.