Fel-Pro 35727 Engine Water Pump Gasket

Fel-Pro 35727 Engine Water Pump Gasket

Fel-Pro 35727 is a premium engine water pump gasket built for sealing accuracy on select Hyundai and Kia applications. It uses application-specific materials and a 0.030-inch thickness to help deliver a dependable seal where the water pump meets the engine.

Compatible with 2001-2011 Hyundai Accent, 2006-2011 Kia Rio, and 2006-2011 Kia Rio5, this Fel-Pro water pump gasket is a direct-fit sealing solution for common cooling system service work.

Key Features

• Fel-Pro part number 35727 for select water pump sealing applications
• Blue gasket material with a 0.030-inch thickness
• Premium grade construction for service replacement use
• 5 mounting holes for application-specific alignment
• Engine water pump gasket for Hyundai Accent, Kia Rio, and Kia Rio5
• Designed around vehicle-specific sealing requirements for a precise fit

Detailed Description

Fel-Pro 35727 is an engine water pump gasket engineered for sealing the water pump interface on select Hyundai Accent, Kia Rio, and Kia Rio5 models. Fel-Pro focuses on vehicle-specific sealing materials to help maintain a consistent seal under cooling system operating conditions. The 0.030-inch thickness and 5-hole layout support proper placement during water pump service, while the premium grade construction is suited for professional repair standards. If you are replacing a leaking water pump gasket on a 2001-2011 Hyundai Accent or a 2006-2011 Kia Rio or Rio5, this gasket provides the correct sealing profile for the application. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 123631, WP9729) for the same application.

What It Helps Fix

• Coolant seepage at the water pump mounting surface
• External coolant leaks around the pump-to-engine seal
• Loss of sealing integrity after water pump removal
• Cooling system service issues on Hyundai Accent and Kia Rio platforms
• Repeat leaks caused by worn or compressed gasket material

Installation Notes and Tips

Clean the mating surfaces thoroughly before installation and inspect the water pump and engine flange for corrosion, pitting, or old gasket residue. Confirm the gasket orientation and mounting hole alignment before tightening fasteners to the vehicle manufacturer’s specification. For best results, replace the gasket any time the water pump is removed during cooling system repair.

Quality Assurance

Fel-Pro gaskets are built around application-specific sealing materials and vehicle-focused design standards used in professional engine repair. The brand’s sealing systems are known for precise fitment across a wide range of service applications, including water pump gasket replacement.