Gates 42579 water pump for the 1997-1999 Porsche Boxster H6 2.5L, the 2000-2006 Boxster H6 3.2L, the 2000-2008 Boxster H6 2.7L, the 2007-2008 Boxster H6 3.4L and other vehicles circulates coolant through the engine's cooling system. It fits and performs exactly to OE specifications and requirements.
- Cast aluminum housing with a plastic impeller
- 100 percent leakage test on the casting and on the fully assembled water pump
- 100 percent functional test of the seals and bearings
- Driven by the accessory belt, not by the timing belt
- Single outlet with standard impeller rotation
Quick facts
- Part: Gates 42579 water pump
- Also called: engine water pump
- Fits: the 1997-1999 Porsche Boxster H6 2.5L, the 2000-2006 Boxster H6 3.2L, the 2000-2008 Boxster H6 2.7L, the 2007-2008 Boxster H6 3.4L and other vehicles
- Material: Cast aluminum housing, plastic impeller
- Condition: New
A coolant leak at the pump, a whine or grinding from its bearing, or an engine that runs hot can mean the pump is wearing out. Before you replace the water pump, rule out a leaking hose or low coolant (check the level only with the engine cool), and have a shop test the thermostat.
Fits
As a Boxster water pump it fits the 1997-1999 Porsche Boxster H6 2.5L, the 2000-2006 Boxster H6 3.2L, the 2000-2008 Boxster H6 2.7L and the 2007-2008 Boxster H6 3.4L. It also fits the 1999-2001 Porsche 911 H6 3.4L, the 2002-2008 911 H6 3.6L, the 2005-2008 911 H6 3.8L, the 2006-2008 Porsche Cayman H6 3.4L and the 2007-2008 Cayman H6 2.7L. Every car above takes a single pump, including the 2002-2008 911 H6 3.6L.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Quantity per vehicle: 1
- Drive type: accessory belt, not timing belt driven
- Outlet quantity: 1
- Pulley: included
Build and materials
- Housing material: cast aluminum
- Impeller material: plastic
- Impeller rotation: standard
- Condition: new
- Warranty: Gates limited lifetime warranty
- Country of origin: China
In the box
One water pump with its pulley and a gasket. The thermostat and housing, the back housing and the fan clutch are not included.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is this a water pump replacement for the 2000-2008 Porsche Boxster H6 2.7L?
Yes. Gates 42579 fits the 2000-2008 Porsche Boxster H6 2.7L, and that car takes one pump.
Does the Gates 42579 include the pulley and gasket?
Yes. The box has the water pump with its pulley and a gasket; the thermostat and housing, back housing and fan clutch are not included.
Is this engine water pump driven by the accessory belt or the timing belt?
This water pump is driven by the accessory belt and is not timing belt driven. It has a single outlet.
What signs can point to a worn water pump bearing or seal?
A coolant leak near the pump, a whine or grinding from the bearing area, or overheating can all point to a worn pump. A shop can pressure-test the cooling system to confirm.
Does Gates test the 42579 water pump for leaks?
Yes: seals and bearings get a 100 percent functional test, and the casting and fully assembled pump get a 100 percent leakage test. Gates backs it with a limited lifetime warranty.
