Fel-Pro 35474 Engine Water Pump Gasket

Fel-Pro 35474 Engine Water Pump Gasket

Fel-Pro 35474 is a premium engine water pump gasket built for Ford, Mazda, Mercury, and Land Rover applications that require a precise sealing surface. It uses application-specific materials to deliver vehicle sealing performance professionals rely on, with a 0.036-inch thickness and 12 mounting holes for accurate alignment.

Key Features

• Engine water pump gasket for cooling system sealing
• Premium grade type for service replacement applications
• 0.036-inch thickness for proper gasket compression
• 12 mounting holes for fitment-specific installation
• Fel-Pro sealing technology focused on vehicle-specific applications

Product Details

This Fel-Pro 35474 gasket is engineered for water pump sealing on a wide range of vehicles, including Ford Ranger, Ford Explorer, Ford Mustang, Mazda B4000, Mercury Mountaineer, and Land Rover LR3 applications. It is built to match the sealing requirements of the original installation point, helping maintain a secure seal between the water pump and engine mating surface. This part cross-references Gates 12231 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Coolant seepage at the water pump mounting surface
• Sealing issues after water pump service
• Leak paths caused by worn or compressed gasket material
• Fitment problems from incorrect gasket thickness
• Improper sealing on Ford Ranger and Ford Explorer cooling system repairs

Installation Notes and Tips

Clean both mating surfaces thoroughly before installation and verify that the water pump flange and engine surface are free of old gasket material, corrosion, and debris. Confirm the gasket orientation and mounting hole alignment before tightening fasteners evenly to the manufacturer’s torque specification. Compatible With 1990-2011 Ford Ranger, 1991-2010 Ford Explorer, 2005-2010 Ford Mustang, 1994-2010 Mazda B4000, and other listed applications.

Quality Assurance

Fel-Pro gaskets are built around application-specific sealing materials and vehicle-focused design standards. Part number 35474 is intended for professional-grade cooling system service where consistent sealing performance matters.