Elring 039.490 Engine Water Pump Gasket - Front or Rear

Engine Water Pump Gasket for Ford and Lincoln

Elring 039.490 is an engine water pump gasket built for front-mounted sealing applications on select Ford and Lincoln vehicles. It helps maintain a secure seal at the water pump interface, supporting proper coolant containment and consistent engine operation.

Key Features

• Engine water pump gasket for front-side installation
• Elring sealing component for precise fit and dependable sealing
• Helps reduce coolant seepage at the water pump joint
• Cross-references K33603 for the same application
• Part number 039.490 for easy identification

Detailed Description

This Elring water pump gasket is made for front-position applications on Ford Expedition, Ford F-150, Lincoln Navigator, and Ford GT models listed below. It is intended to restore the sealing surface between the water pump and engine, helping maintain coolant system integrity and reduce the risk of leaks that can affect engine temperature control. If you are servicing a Ford F-150 water pump gasket or replacing a front engine water pump seal on a Lincoln Navigator, 039.490 provides the correct service part reference.

Compatible vehicle coverage includes 2020-2023 Ford Expedition, front; 2022-2023 Ford F-150, front; 2020 Ford F-150, front; 2017 Ford F-150, front; 2020-2023 Lincoln Navigator, front; 2021 Ford F-150, front from 12/10/2020; 2020-2021 Ford GT, N/A; 2019 Ford Expedition, rear; 2019 Ford F-150, rear; 2019 Lincoln Navigator, rear; 2018 Ford Expedition, N/A from 09/25/2017; 2018 Ford F-150, N/A; and 2018 Lincoln Navigator, N/A from 09/25/2017.

What It Helps Address

• Coolant leakage at the water pump sealing surface
• Damaged or flattened original gasket material
• Seepage after water pump service
• Loss of sealing integrity during cooling system repair
• Fitment issues when replacing a worn engine water pump gasket

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm the water pump position and engine application before installation, since fitment varies by model year and position. Clean the mating surfaces thoroughly, remove old gasket material, and inspect the pump and housing for warpage or corrosion before assembly. Use the listed vehicle position and notes, including front, rear, or N/A entries, to match the correct application for your Ford Expedition, Ford F-150, Lincoln Navigator, or Ford GT service job.

Quality Assurance

Elring is known for sealing-system components used in engine service applications, including gaskets, seals, and O-rings. Part number 039.490 is a dedicated sealing part for water pump service and is identified for direct application matching with the listed vehicles.