The engine in your Porsche needs to be at the optimum temperature for you to enjoy the high performance that it promises. This is why when there is a problem in the water pump of your Porsche, you’ll notice changes in your driving.
If left unchecked, a failing water pump can cause Porsche’s engine to stall and eventually fail completely. Let’s take a deeper look into the signs that the water pump in your Porsche is failing.
Overheating Engine
The water pump is responsible for pumping coolant through small pipes over the engine to ensure that the engine remains cool as it runs. The combustion of fuel in the engine produces extreme heat, some of which is converted into energy and used to power the car forward. The rest of the heat is absorbed by the coolant and taken away from the engine.
Too much heat in the engine compartment can be a safety hazard. This is because the engine can get hot enough to spark into flames in your engine compartment and cause a fire. Additionally, overheating can damage your Porsche’s engine beyond repair, causing your engine components to need an expensive rebuild.
Leaking Coolant
The water pump is responsible for holding the coolant fluid in the engine compartment when it moves from the radiator. The pump also regulates the flow of coolant through the engine for cooling purposes. When your Porsche ‘s water pump starts failing, it could be because of worn out seals and gaskets. As a result, the coolant in the radiator will start leaking on to the ground.
You may notice a puddle of sweet-smelling colorful liquid, often green blue or orange, under the front end of your car, especially after you have been parked somewhere for a while. When coolant leaks from your Porsche, there’s a high chance that your water pump is failing and needs attention immediately.
Weird Noises in the Engine Compartment
The water pump is powered by different smaller components on a drive belt in the engine compartment. All these components move simultaneously to ensure that coolant is pumped through the engine in a timely fashion.
When the water pump starts failing, these moving components will be knocked out of sync causing whirring or whining noises in the engine compartment as your Porsche runs. This noise can be more pronounced when you are driving at higher speeds that require the water pump to work harder at cooling the engine.
Steam from Your Radiator
Having steam coming from your radiator is a sign that the engine is overheating due to water pump failure. This failure prevents heat from being removed from the compartment. It goes without saying that when there is steam coming from the radiator, you should immediately stop driving and safely pull off the road. You should then wait for the engine to cool down before towing your Porsche to a certified mechanic for specialized repairs. Driving with an overheating engine is never recommended, as it can catastrophically damage your engine.
How To Prevent Water Pump Failure
Water pumps, like all other car parts, are prone to fail at some point over the course of your driving. While your Porsche is not exempt from this problem, you can hold off for as long as possible by having a regular servicing schedule with a reputable specialized mechanic. This way, the mechanic will be able to detect any early warning signs of water pump failure and repair what needs repair before any damage occurs.
A certified mechanic will also ensure that all the components in the drive belt are in good condition to ensure that the whole cooling system runs at optimum. This includes replacing any worn out plugs or gaskets before they cause problems.
H&A Service and Sales for Your Water Pump Failure Repair
H&A Services and Sales is your trusted partner when it comes to European luxury brand repairs and servicing. We offer quality repairs to Porsche drivers in Cobb County, Kennesaw, Woodstock, and Marietta, GA.
Our team of technicians is ready to help if your engine is overheating. All you need to do is call us whenever you’re having a water pump issue, and we’ll diagnose and repair the problem quickly and affordably. Contact us today for a convenient appointment or to speak with our technicians now.