How to Tell If a Water Pump Is Going Out

The water pump is the key component of your car's cooling system. The water pump is responsible for circulating coolant to the entire engine, and it gets its power from the engine. If any of the gea...rs, bearings or the shaft are impaired, the water pump can break, become cracked or stop working altogether. There are several signs you can look out for to determine if the water pump is worn out or is close to failing.