Gates 43087 water pump for the 1989-1995 Ford Taurus V6 3.0L circulates coolant through the engine to carry heat away.
- Cast aluminum housing with a stamped steel impeller
- 100 percent functional test of the seals and bearings
- 100 percent leakage test of the casting and the assembled water pump
Quick facts
- Part: Gates 43087 water pump
- Also called: engine water pump
- Fits: 1989-1995 Ford Taurus V6 3.0L
- Material: Cast aluminum housing, stamped steel impeller
- Condition: New
A failing engine water pump can show up as coolant seeping near the pump, a grinding or squealing from the bearing, or an engine that runs hot. Before you replace it, rule out the thermostat, hoses and belt, since a leak or overheating can start elsewhere in the cooling system. The engine takes one pump.
Fits
As a Taurus pump, it is a direct-fit replacement for the 1989-1995 Ford Taurus V6 3.0L, and it fits and performs to OE specifications and requirements.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Quantity per vehicle: 1
- Drive type: accessory belt (not timing belt driven)
- Impeller rotation: standard
- Back housing: included
Build and materials
- Housing material: cast aluminum
- Impeller material: stamped steel
- Condition: new
- Warranty: Gates limited lifetime warranty
- Country of origin: China
In the box
One water pump with back housing, one gasket and two seals. The pulley, thermostat and housing, and fan clutch are not included.
Interchange: 252-187 · WP-743 · P-940 · 51-1692 · CWP-743 · 18-532 · E9DZ 8501 A · F0DZ 8501 A · 125-5532 · PW-272 · 55-4061 · 3-743
AW4061 · 20189 · 98092 · 5523124 · T4141 · 51306 · W743M · DP1144 · 314042 · CP4061 · PWP743 · FP1979 · 943087
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
252-187, WP-743, AW4061, 20189, P-940, 98092, 5523124, 51-1692, T4141, 51306, W743M, DP1144, CWP-743, 18-532, E9DZ 8501 A, F0DZ 8501 A, 125-5532, 314042, PW-272, CP4061, 43087, 55-4061, 3-743, PWP743, FP1979, 943087
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Gates 43087 water pump fit the 1989-1995 Ford Taurus V6 3.0L?
Yes. Gates 43087 is a direct-fit water pump for the 1989-1995 Ford Taurus V6 3.0L, and the engine takes one pump.
Does the Gates 43087 water pump come with a gasket and seals?
Yes. It comes with the back housing, one gasket and two seals. The pulley, thermostat and housing, and fan clutch are not included.
What are the housing and impeller made of on this water pump?
The housing is cast aluminum and the impeller is stamped steel, with standard impeller rotation.
Is the Gates 43087 water pump driven by the timing belt?
No. Gates 43087 is driven by an accessory belt and is not timing belt driven.
How is the Gates 43087 water pump tested?
Each pump gets a 100 percent functional test of the seals and bearings and a 100 percent leakage test of the casting and assembled pump. Gates backs it with a limited lifetime warranty.
