Water Pump for 1997-2004 Mitsubishi Montero Sport & More - Gates 43555

$123.99

Part number: 43555

UPC: 770075411734

Condition: New

Weight: 5.60 LBS

Item Package Quantity: 1

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Gates Engine Water Pump P/N:43555

$123.99

Description

Gates 43555 water pump for the 1997-2003 Mitsubishi Montero Sport V6 3.0L, the 1999-2004 Montero Sport V6 3.5L and other vehicles 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
Driven by the timing belt, with reverse impeller rotation
Pulley and back housing included

Quick facts

Part: Gates 43555 water pump
Also called: engine water pump
Fits: the 1997-2003 Mitsubishi Montero Sport V6 3.0L, the 1999-2004 Montero Sport V6 3.5L and other vehicles
Material: Cast aluminum housing, stamped steel impeller
Condition: New

A coolant leak at the pump, a whine or grinding from the front of the engine, or an engine that runs hot can mean the engine water pump is wearing out. Before you replace it, rule out a stuck thermostat, a leaking hose or a weak radiator cap, since each can cause overheating or coolant loss too.

Fits

It fits the 1997-2003 Mitsubishi Montero Sport V6 3.0L, the 1999-2004 Montero Sport V6 3.5L and the 1997-2000 Mitsubishi Montero V6 3.5L, and it is made to fit and perform to OE specifications and requirements. The engine has a single water pump, so one is all it takes.

Specifications

Fit and size

Quantity per vehicle: 1
Outlet quantity: 2
Water pump drive type: timing belt
Impeller rotation: reverse
Pulley: included
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 and pulley, three gaskets and a seal. The thermostat and housing and the fan clutch are not included.

Interchange: 131-2298 · 51-2192 · BWP-9305 · 148-2510AH
WPM035 · 20810 · T2243 · W9305M · 1300A012 · MD973162 · MD978741 · MD979169 · CP9460 · 943555

Manufacturer's description

Product specs

Vehicles it fits

Interchange numbers

This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:

WPM035, 20810, 131-2298, 51-2192, T2243, W9305M, BWP-9305, 148-2510AH, 1300A012, MD973162, MD978741, MD979169, CP9460, 43555, 943555

Buyer's Q&A

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Gates 43555 water pump right for the 1997-2003 Mitsubishi Montero Sport V6 3.0L?

Yes. The Gates 43555 fits the 1997-2003 Mitsubishi Montero Sport V6 3.0L, and it also fits the 1999-2004 Montero Sport V6 3.5L and the 1997-2000 Mitsubishi Montero V6 3.5L.

Does the Gates 43555 come with a pulley and gaskets?

Yes. The Gates 43555 includes the pulley, back housing, three gaskets and a seal. The thermostat and housing and the fan clutch are not included.

What are the housing and impeller made of on this water pump?

On this water pump, the housing is cast aluminum and the impeller is stamped steel.

How can I tell if the water pump is going bad?

Coolant seeping at the pump, a whine or grinding from the front of the engine, or overheating can each point to a worn pump. With the engine off and cool, look for coolant residue around the pump.

Can the Gates 43555 replace part number MD978741?

Yes. MD978741 is one of the numbers the Gates 43555 replaces, along with MD973162 and MD979169.