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1997 Volkswagen Passat

Question: Water Pump

• The Water Pump May Fail Which Could Result in Expensive Engine Repairs
  The water pump may fail resulting in engine overheating and possible timing belt damage. Overhe...

  Common Problems > Volkswagen Passat

• Engine Overheating Due to Damaged Water Pump Impeller
  A damaged water pump impeller may cause an engine overheating condition. Our technicians tell us the repair should include replacement of the water pump, thermostat, and flushing the cooling system.

  Common Problems > Volkswagen Passat

• Car runs fine until you go 30 miles and it gets hot.
  I just changed the water pump and timing belt and put a new Thermostat, I drove to my parents about 50 miles away, i pulled off freeway and it started getting hot I had to pull over to let it cool ...

  Q&A > Volkswagen > 2001 Volkswagen Passat

• water pump
  ...ced the radiator, the thermostat, and all of the sensors. so the only thing i have left is the water pump. i have the parts but i just cant find a place where i can get it done for under 200. thats al...

  Q&A > Volkswagen > 1998 Volkswagen Passat

• Would the wrong oil cause the water pump to go.
  ...day after driving about 25 mi the car started smoking. The mechanic said they think it is the water pump.

  Q&A > Volkswagen > 1999 Volkswagen Passat