The average lifespan of a water pump is 100,000 miles. If your Mercedes or other European automobile has this much mileage on the odometer, the water pump is going to fail sooner rather than later. Boulevard Auto Repair can replace the water pump if necessary. Let’s talk about the different signs that the water pump is going out below. This will help you identify the problem quickly.
1. Coolant Puddles
If you have coolant puddles on your garage floor, the water pump could be hemorrhaging engine coolant. Generally, coolant is either green, red, or yellow. Even if there are only spots on the garage floor, you cannot afford to have the coolant leaking out of your Mercedes. This can overheat the engine and cause serious engine damage. Avoid this scenario by having the leak fixed right away.
2. Corroded Pump
Unfortunately, your water pump might still be leaking but not enough to leave residue on the garage floor. Sometimes, the water pump leaks slowly, and the coolant puddles around the pump and corrodes it. This causes damage to the water pump including pits on the surface. You can check your water pump to see if there is any visible damage that would indicate that the pump has a small coolant leak.
3. Poor Circulation
Another sign that your water pump is going bad is poor coolant circulation. The water pump is the cooling system part that pushes the coolant through the engine. It does for the engine what the heart does for your blood. If the water pump is malfunctioning, it may be unable to circulate the coolant through the engine. Consequently, this will cause your Mercedes to overheat.
4. Strange Noises
Strange noises can also be an indirect problem for the water pump. If you hear whining or squealing, it’s possible that your accessory belt has loosened and needs to be tightened. The water pump uses the accessory belt to power it. Consequently, if the accessory belt is not operating as it should be, the water pump can be affected. You may notice the squealing sound the most when you first start your automobile.
5. Constant Overheating
Finally, we’ve mentioned how leaks and poor circulation can cause your Mercedes to overheat. Unfortunately, if the water pump has died, your Mercedes will overheat every time you fire up the engine. Again, this can cause unnecessary engine damage, so have the problem looked into immediately.
We can do that here at Boulevard Auto Repair in Sherman Oaks, CA. We are European automobile specialists, and we’d be happy to inspect your water pump and replace it if necessary.
