That’s right! A faulty water pump is no match for Goose Euro in San Antonio. That’s because we are the best auto shop in San Antonio. You can count on us for all of your automotive service and repair needs. This includes replacing the water pump when it goes bad, which usually occurs after about 10 years or 100,000 miles. Let’s talk about the signs of a malfunctioning water pump below.
Rust All Over the Pump
If you pop the hood and see rust all over the water pump, you’ve got a slow leak. This type of leak causes the coolant to puddle around the pump and rest against it. Naturally, when the liquid makes contact with the metal, it starts to corrode it. Consequently, the corrosion will eat through the water pump’s metal and cause a…
Cooling System Leak
Specifically, the leak in the cooling system is coming from the water pump. This leak is larger and leaves spots or puddles on the garage floor. Unfortunately, this leak can also affect how hot your engine runs. As the coolant level is reduced by the water pump leak, the engine’s temperature will rise. You never want the engine to be hotter than 220 degrees Fahrenheit.
Reduced Circulation
Aside from a water pump leak, another thing that can increase the engine’s temperature is a reduction in the coolant circulation. As its name suggests, the water pump is in charge of pumping the coolant through the engine. As it ages, it may start to malfunction and fail to move the coolant at the proper pressure. Consequently, this will reduce the coolant circulation.
Grinding or Growling
The water pump can also protest when it gets too old. If you hear grinding or growling coming from the engine, it’s possible that the water pump is making this noise. Generally, you will hear the noise in the front of the engine if it’s the water pump. Any strange engine noise should be investigated right away to make sure the noise is not an indication that the engine is being damaged.
Overheating Constantly
Finally, your car, truck, or SUV’s engine is going to overheat constantly if the water pump is not functioning properly. If you continue to operate the vehicle when the engine is too hot, you run the risk of causing additional engine damage such as a cracked head gasket or cylinder block.
Call Goose Euro in San Antonio, TX, today to set up a service appointment for your automobile so we can inspect a water pump and replace it if necessary.
