Your vehicle’s water pump is essential to its safe operation, yet it is probably something you’ve given little thought to. It’s the core element of your vehicle’s coolant system. When the vehicle is running, the pump sends the coolant through the engine to prevent it from overheating. While it doesn’t happen often, you may need to replace the water pump. At BMW of West St. Louis in St. Louis, MO, our technicians can diagnose the problem if you think you need a water pump replacement. Many customers make the short drive from the neighboring communities of Chesterfield and Wildwood, MO, for quality BMW service.
The water pump moves a blend of water and antifreeze throughout the engine to cool it. The fluid is pushed through channels in the engine block. As the fluid moves, it pulls the heat away from the engine. If this process is not functioning properly, the cylinders can be damaged from the heat. This would cause complete engine failure. After passing through the engine, the fluid goes through the radiator. Heat is released into the air, and the fluid cools off. Then the coolant is circulated back to the water pump and the engine.
One of the first signs that your water pump is failing is that the engine will start overheating. Overheating can indicate that the water and coolant aren’t flowing appropriately through the engine. If the water pump isn’t working correctly, it can’t keep the engine cool. If you notice that the engine temperature is edging into the red area, a faulty water pump could be the problem.
Another sign that the water pump isn’t working is odd noises under the hood. The timing belt works with the water pump. If the belt begins to fail or simply gets loose, you may start to hear a buzzing noise or whining. When this occurs, its time to have the engine inspected. It’s a good idea that you change the water pump when you need to change the timing belt. Both of these parts are difficult to get to, so changing them at the same time makes sense.
If you start to notice leaks on the driveway under the car, you should bring your vehicle in to be inspected. A coolant leak can be a sign that there is a problem with the water pump gasket.
Our team provides the highest quality BMW care for your vehicle at our St. Louis, MO Service Center. If you suspect that there may be a problem with your water pump, bring your vehicle in. We are committed to providing the best available BMW care.
14417 Manchester Rd.
Manchester, MO 63011
