An outboard engine's water pump is driven by the driveshaft. Here the author is shown sliding the water-pump housing into place. John Tiger Salt, sand, and debris take their toll on your outboard's ...

Your vehicle’s water pump is one of the key components of its engine, responsible for moving coolant from the radiator through the engine and back. It’s a critical part of the cooling system, and if ...

Your water pump moves coolant through your engine to help ensure it doesn’t overheat. Without it, your car can essentially die of heat exhaustion. (That means you’ll want to get your water pump fixed ...

The cost of replacing a water pump in a car can vary greatly. It depends on the make and model of the vehicle and the labor rates of the mechanic or dealership performing the work. On average, ...

Your vehicle's engine cooling system is one of its most critical components. Its primary responsibility is to cycle coolant — which is a 50/50 mixture of water and antifreeze — through your engine to ...

With any luck, you shouldn’t have to replace a water pump even if you keep a vehicle for 10 years or more; they often last that long. Unless a water pump starts to leak, makes unusual noises or quits ...

Zak is new to the CarBuzz team, working as a freelance content writer. When Zak isn't writing How To articles for CarBuzz he's working as a high school automotive technology instructor. Before ...