Apex AWP3013 Engine Water Pump Gasket - Lower

Engine Water Pump Gasket for GM V8 Applications

The Apex AWP3013 engine water pump gasket provides a direct sealing solution for select Buick, Cadillac, Oldsmobile, and Pontiac applications. It is used at the lower water pump-to-block interface to help maintain a secure coolant seal on covered vehicles.

Key Features

• Engine water pump gasket for the lower water pump-to-block sealing surface
• Fits select 1993-2011 Buick Lucerne, Cadillac DTS, DeVille, Seville, Eldorado, Allante, Oldsmobile Aurora, and Pontiac Bonneville applications
• Direct-fit replacement for service work on compatible GM cooling systems
• Part number AWP3013 for accurate ordering and catalog lookup
• Applies to lower position only, as listed in the fitment data

Detailed Description

The Apex AWP3013 is an engine water pump gasket used to seal the lower water pump mounting area to the block on specific GM vehicles. This gasket is listed for 1993-2011 Buick Lucerne, Cadillac DTS, Cadillac DeVille, Cadillac Seville, Cadillac Eldorado, Cadillac Allante, Oldsmobile Aurora, and Pontiac Bonneville applications, making it a focused replacement part for cooling system service. Use AWP3013 when replacing a worn or leaking water pump gasket on the listed Buick Lucerne, Cadillac DTS, and related models.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

What It Helps Fix

• Coolant seepage at the water pump-to-block sealing surface
• Visible coolant residue around the lower water pump area
• Loss of sealing after water pump service
• Cooling system leaks traced to the lower gasket interface
• Service issues on covered Cadillac, Buick, Oldsmobile, and Pontiac models

Installation Notes and Tips

Clean the mating surfaces thoroughly before installation and inspect the water pump and block surfaces for corrosion, pitting, or old gasket material. Confirm lower-position fitment against the vehicle listing before installation. For best sealing results, follow the vehicle service procedure and torque specifications for the water pump fasteners.

Quality Assurance

Apex identifies this part as AWP3013 for catalog accuracy and fitment verification. Review the vehicle listing carefully to confirm the lower water pump gasket application before service.