COUNTING ON WATER PUMPS
Fahren always seeks to offer cost-effective repair solutions without
compromising on quality. All water pumps by Fahren are carefully
pretested to ensure that they meet or exceed the highest recognised
standards.
1. Drive pulley or flange
2. Pump body
3. Shaft and bearing set
4. Dynamic seal pack
5. Impeller
Water pump failure can be attributed to a number of factors:
COOL UNDER
PRESSURE
FAHREN offers insight on water pumps,
the factors that attribute to failure and
some hints on how to avoid them.
Fahren offers products that reflect the ever-evolving demands of the UK
aftermarket combining continuous range development at competitive
price points with comprehensive cataloguing. Continuing their efforts
to offer a diverse range of fast-moving components to the aftermarket,
Fahren has recently introduced a selection of NTRs to their established
product groups:
13
10
BRAKE
WATER
PUMPS
PADS
17
WHEEL
BEARING
KITS
Highlights include:
• FAC0173: Water pump for Vauxhall Corsa 1.2 (2010-2014)
• FAR0181: Wheel bearing kit for Ford Fiesta 1.0 (2012>)
• FBP0220: Rear brake pads for Mini Cooper 1.6 (2010-2015)
VITAL NEWS ISSUE 45
• Unbalanced or defective pulley, fan blades or viscous coupling
(auxiliary driven pumps/fan mounted)
• Loose or broken engine mounts
(auxiliary driven pumps/fan mounted pumps)
• Incorrect drive belt tension and/or misalignment
• Contaminated or corrosive coolant
• Excessive use of sealant during installation
If the water pump is timing belt driven, it is recommended that a
new belt and tensioners are fitted as per manufacturer’s instructions.
Excessive belt tension is known to lead to premature failure of the
water pump bearings.
If the cooling system is not properly flushed during repair or if
existing problems are not rectified, it can also lead to premature
water pump failure.
STEPS TO A GOOD FIT
Before installation, it is important to ensure that the cooling system
is cleaned well. When draining and flushing the cooling system
thoroughly, the water pump cavity should be inspected to ensure
that it is free from debris. After removing the old pump, the gasket
mating surfaces should also be cleaned.
Following that, check the condition of all associated components
and replace where necessary before installing the new pump – it is
strongly advised that th