Gates 43273 water pump for the 2006-2010 Chevrolet Express 2500 V8 6.6L and other vehicles circulates coolant through the engine. This new engine water pump is designed to improve on the performance of the equivalent standard pump.
- Cast aluminum housing with a plastic impeller
- 100 percent functional test of the seals and bearings
- 100 percent leakage test of the casting and of the assembled pump
- Back housing and pulley included, driven by the accessory belt
Quick facts
- Part: Gates 43273 water pump
- Also called: engine water pump
- Fits: 2006-2010 Chevrolet Express 2500 V8 6.6L and other vehicles
- Material: Cast aluminum housing, plastic impeller
- Condition: New
Overheating, a coolant leak near the pump or a whining or grinding noise from the bearing can mean a water pump is worn. Before you replace it, rule out a slipping accessory belt, a leaking hose and a sticking thermostat, since each of them can overheat the engine too.
Fits
This pump is made to fit and perform to OE specifications and requirements. The vehicles it fits include the 2006-2010 Chevrolet Express 2500 V8 6.6L, the 2006-2010 Chevrolet Express 3500 V8 6.6L and the 2010 Chevrolet Express 4500 V8 6.6L. Open the "Vehicles it fits" section to check your exact model and engine.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Quantity per vehicle: 1
- Outlet quantity: 1
- Drive type: accessory belt
- 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 back housing and pulley, one gasket and two seals. The thermostat and housing and the fan clutch are not included. This listing holds one pump, and the vehicle takes one.
Interchange: 251-738 · 252-1026 · 252-898 · WP-9414 · 51-2386 · BWP-9414 · 18-1935 · 2-9414 · 130-2030 · 139-2030AH · US72-2
251748 · AW6053 · 97254 · 99204HD · 5513618 · T2284 · W9414M · DP1226B · 97372515 · 98031233 · B302030 · NP1885 · PWP13618 · 943273
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
251-738, 251748, 252-1026, 252-898, WP-9414, AW6053, 97254, 99204HD, 5513618, 51-2386, T2284, W9414M, DP1226B, BWP-9414, 18-1935, 2-9414, 130-2030, 139-2030AH, 97372515, 98031233, B302030, NP1885, 43273, PWP13618, US72-2, 943273
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this the water pump for a Chevy Express 2500 from 2006-2010 with the V8 6.6L?
Yes. Gates 43273 fits the 2006-2010 Chevrolet Express 2500 V8 6.6L. The "Vehicles it fits" section lets you check other models and engines.
Does the Gates 43273 water pump come with a pulley and gasket?
Yes. Gates 43273 includes the back housing, pulley, gasket and two seals. The thermostat and housing and the fan clutch are not included.
Does this water pump run off the timing belt?
No. This water pump is driven by the accessory belt, not the timing belt.
Can a coolant leak or whining noise mean this water pump is worn?
Yes. A coolant leak at the pump, a whining or grinding noise from the bearing or engine overheating can mean the pump is worn. Look for leaks only with the engine off and cool.
How is the Gates 43273 water pump tested?
The seals and bearings get a 100 percent functional test. The casting and the assembled pump each get a 100 percent leakage test.
