Gates 42591 water pump for the 2005-2007 Ford Five Hundred V6 3.0L and other vehicles pushes coolant through the engine and radiator. This Gates water pump carries engine heat to the radiator as it moves the coolant.
- Cast aluminum housing with a plastic impeller
- 100 percent functional test of the seals and bearings
- 100 percent leakage test of the casting and the assembled water pump
- Driven by the accessory belt, not the timing belt
Quick facts
- Part: Gates 42591 water pump
- Also called: engine water pump
- Fits: 2005-2007 Ford Five Hundred V6 3.0L and other vehicles
- Material: Cast aluminum housing, plastic impeller
- Condition: New
Coolant seeping from the pump or an engine that runs hot can mean the pump is wearing out, though a thermostat, hose or radiator fault can also cause overheating. Before replacing it, look around the pump for coolant stains or crust with the engine off and cool; a shop can pressure-test the system if no leak shows.
Fits
It is a water pump replacement for the 2005-2007 Ford Five Hundred V6 3.0L, the 2005-2007 Ford Freestyle V6 3.0L and the 2005-2007 Mercury Montego V6 3.0L. It fits and performs to OE specifications.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Quantity per vehicle: 1
- Drive type: accessory belt
Build and materials
- Housing material: cast aluminum
- Impeller material: plastic
- Impeller rotation: reverse
- Condition: new
- Warranty: Gates limited lifetime warranty
- Country of origin: China
In the box
One water pump and one gasket. The V6 3.0L takes one pump, and this listing holds one. The pulley, back housing, thermostat and housing, and fan clutch are not included.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this the 2005-2007 Ford Five Hundred V6 3.0L water pump?
Yes. Gates 42591 is listed for the 2005-2007 Ford Five Hundred V6 3.0L, and that engine takes one pump.
Is this a 2005-2007 Ford Freestyle V6 3.0L water pump?
Yes. Gates 42591 is listed for the 2005-2007 Ford Freestyle V6 3.0L.
Is this Gates pump driven by the timing belt?
No. Gates 42591 runs off the accessory belt, not the timing belt.
Does this water pump come with a gasket or a pulley?
It comes with a gasket. The pulley, back housing, thermostat and housing, and fan clutch are not included.
What can a failing engine water pump sound like?
A whine or grinding noise from the engine can point to a worn pump bearing. A shop can confirm the cause.
