How do you test an engine water pump?
With the engine off, open your hood and locate the water pump pulley. With gloves on, grab it and wiggle it back and forth. There should be no movement, if there is, this along with the noise is a good indication you may have a water pump problem.
What would cause a water pump to stop working?
A tank or pump failure can be caused by a number of factors: age, low-quality components, running without water, constant cycling or a clogged intake valve. Water pumps and pressure tanks don’t need much in the way of maintenance, but they do need the right environment to reach their life expectancy.
What happens if the water pump goes bad on a Ford Windstar?
The water pump is the heart of the Ford Windstar’s cooling system; and if it goes bad, it can cause more problems than just overheating. Continued overheating will take a toll on your engine and cause severe damage, such as a blown head gasket.
What happens if you overheat a water pump?
Continued overheating will take a toll on your engine and cause severe damage, such as a blown head gasket. If you hear any noise coming from the water pump when the motor is running or if you see it leaking around the pump, then chances are the bearing is shot, and you need to replace it.
How do you remove a radiator from a water pump?
Remove the lower radiator and heater hose from the water pump with a flat head screwdriver to loosen the clamps. Unscrew the bolts from the water pump with the socket and ratchet then pull it away from the engine. Clean the old gasket away from the water pump mounting surface with a scraper.
What to do if your water pump is leaking?
If you hear any noise coming from the water pump when the motor is running or if you see it leaking around the pump, then chances are the bearing is shot, and you need to replace it. Wait for the engine to cool down then disconnect the negative battery cable with a wrench to loosen the nut on the terminal.