{"title":"Water Pump","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"bmw-electric-water-pump-ina-11515a05704","title":"BMW Electric Water Pump - Continental 11515A05704","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"extended__brandDetails\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"extended__brandDetails\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour BMW's external electric water pump is a little different than a conventional water pump. For one, it sits outside of the engine and is electric. This puts less strain on the mechanics of your cooling system and allows for more efficient operation. However, this water pump is known failure item in as little as 60,000 miles. We recommend replacing it as a preventative item.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEngine Water Pump\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour vehicles engine water pump is responsible for keeping coolant flowing through the engine. As water pumps get old the internal bearing can go bad causing noise and a coolant leak. A good indicator that your water pump is failing is if you see coolant leaking through the water pump \"weep hole\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEngine Water Pump Failure Symptoms\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoolant leak through weep hole\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlay at water pump pulley shaft indicating a bad bearing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSqueaking noise coming from pump at idle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverheating conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow coolant light on instrument cluster indicating a cooling system leak\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAbout Continental\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContinental AG is a German multinational automotive parts manufacturing company that started in the late 1800's, specifically developing and manufacturing rubber products. Since then, Continental has grown to be one of the most ubiquitous automotive OE manufacturers in the world. Continental AG uses its extensive experience to combine expert material technology, along with sophisticated electronic and mechanical resources to supply the highest quality OEM products available. The familiar ContiTech brand name that customers have trusted for decades to provide the highest quality reinforced rubber products has been integrated under the Continental name, so expect to see the same popular OE ContiTech products with new Continental packaging. Consider Continental if you are shopping for the highest quality OE products available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Continental","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48161458651358,"sku":"CON-WPS3025","price":910.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0673\/4479\/3822\/files\/converted-20230218-418386-g43auk_e59542bf-28e9-41a9-80d8-da946189c9dc.jpg?v=1777193660"},{"product_id":"audi-vw-water-pump-pierburg-06h121026dd","title":"Audi VW Water Pump - Pierburg 06H121026DD","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOTE:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll Aluminum to resist cracking and breaking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes Upgraded Gasket to resist swelling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou will also need to purchase the coolant pipe o-ring found\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/driftspec.co.nz\/products\/engine-coolant-pipe-o-ring-elring-n90365302?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=fb7659693\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003eHERE!\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese engines are known to produce an oil leak from the cam cradle which allows oil to run down the front of the engine block and onto the water pump housing. Over time this oil will deteriorate the plastic of the water pump housing which will cause a coolant leak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUpgrading to an aluminum housing will prevent any future water pump failures caused by the oil leak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAbout Pierburg\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePierburg S.A. is a company that forms part of the KSPG AG Group, a worldwide leader in the design, development and production of automobile components. As a worldwide automotive provider, Pierburg S.A. holds a position as a leader in the automotive markets thanks to their competence in the areas of the reduction of emissions and secondary air management. The development of our products is carried out in close collaboration with well-known automotive manufacturers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a history beginning with the start of the automobile industry, Pierburg’s reputation has been that of superior engine expertise. Pierburg remains a pioneer in advanced pump technology working as an OEM (original equipment manufacturer) for many European auto brands. Their product line ranges from coolant pumps, oil pumps and re-circulating water pumps, to vacuum pumps and many more. For every function, Pierburg produces a solution that provides the highest reliability, dependability, and functionality for automobiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEven before the talks of climate change, Pierburg had been working on finding solutions for ecological friendly vehicle technology, in order to slow fuel consumption and decrease emissions. One example is Pierburg’s line of on-demand oil and water pumps only run when needed resulting in reduced engine emissions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pierburg","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48161466450142,"sku":"PIE-707152560","price":535.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0673\/4479\/3822\/files\/7-07152-56-0.jpg?v=1777195090"}],"url":"https:\/\/driftspec.co.nz\/collections\/water-pump.oembed","provider":"DSNZ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}