Dorman 23749 Engine Water Pump Bolt

Engine Water Pump Bolt for Ford and Lincoln

Dorman 23749 is a standard replacement engine water pump bolt made from steel with a silver finish and a hex head drive. It is engineered to match factory bolt performance for specified Ford and Lincoln applications, helping restore a secure water pump mounting point when the original bolt is damaged or missing.

• Steel construction with a silver finish
• Standard replacement grade for OE-style service
• 6 mm thread diameter with medium thread type
• Hex head drive for straightforward tool engagement
• Integral washer included with a 13.6 mm outside diameter
• Grade 8.8 hardware specification
• Direct replacement for select Ford and Lincoln engine water pump applications

Detailed Product Overview

This Dorman engine water pump bolt, part number 23749, is built to match the fit and function of the factory fastener used on a wide range of Ford and Lincoln vehicles. It is designed for precise installation and dependable clamping at the water pump mounting point, making it a practical replacement when servicing cooling system hardware on models such as the Ford F-150, Explorer, Expedition, Mustang, Ranger, Transit, and Lincoln Navigator. This part cross-references Ford OE number W503278S437 for the same application.

Common Uses

• Replacing a stripped or damaged water pump bolt
• Restoring proper water pump mounting during cooling system repair
• Addressing missing fastener hardware on Ford and Lincoln engines
• Supporting leak-free reassembly after water pump service
• Correcting worn threads or compromised bolt heads at the pump flange

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify thread diameter, head style, and washer dimensions before installation. Clean the threaded hole and mating surfaces, then install the bolt to the vehicle manufacturer’s specified torque procedure. Use the correct hex tool to avoid rounding the head, and inspect adjacent cooling system hardware while the water pump is removed. Fits 2011-2023 Ford Explorer, N/A; Fits 2011-2023 Ford F-150, N/A; Fits 2015-2023 Ford Expedition, N/A; Fits 2015-2023 Ford Transit-150, N/A; Fits 2015-2023 Ford Transit-250, N/A; Fits 2015-2023 Ford Transit-350, N/A; Fits 2015-2023 Ford Transit-350 HD, N/A; Fits 2015-2023 Lincoln Navigator, N/A; Fits 2021-2023 Ford Ranger, N/A; Fits 2020-2023 Ford Mustang, N/A; Fits 2017-2020 Ford GT, N/A; Fits 2017-2020 Lincoln Continental, N/A; Fits 2011-2017 Ford Mustang, N/A; Fits 2010-2019 Lincoln MKT, N/A; Fits 2009-2019 Ford Flex, N/A; Fits 2008-2019 Ford Taurus, N/A; Fits 2007-2018 Ford Edge, N/A; Fits 2007-2018 Lincoln MKX, N/A; Fits 2009-2016 Lincoln MKS, N/A; Fits 2007-2016 Lincoln MKZ, N/A; Fits 2010-2012 Ford Fusion, N/A; Fits 2008-2009 Ford Taurus X, N/A; Fits 2008-2009 Mercury Sable, N/A.

Quality Assurance

Dorman designs this bolt as a precise standard replacement for factory hardware, with materials and dimensions selected to match the original application. Part number 23749 is built for direct-fit service on confirmed Ford and Lincoln water pump applications.