Fel-Pro 35986 Engine Water Pump Gasket

Fel-Pro 35986 Engine Water Pump Gasket

Fel-Pro 35986 is a premium engine water pump gasket built for sealing performance on a range of GM vehicles. It uses application-specific materials to help deliver a precise seal where the water pump meets the engine, supporting reliable cooling system service on Buick Encore, Chevrolet Trax, Chevrolet Sonic, Chevrolet Cruze, Cadillac ELR, and Chevrolet Volt applications.

Key Features

• Premium-grade engine water pump gasket for cooling system sealing
• 0.025 in. thickness for application-specific fitment
• 10 mounting holes for the listed vehicle applications
• Fel-Pro sealing materials engineered for vehicle-specific use
• Direct replacement for service work on GM small-car and compact crossover platforms

Detailed Description

Fel-Pro 35986 is an engine water pump gasket made for sealing the water pump to the engine on select 2011-2021 GM vehicles. The 0.025-inch thickness and premium grade construction support a controlled seal surface, helping maintain cooling system integrity during water pump replacement or related engine service. This part cross-references MAHLE K32635 for the same application. Fits 2013-2021 Buick Encore, N/A; Fits 2013-2021 Chevrolet Trax, N/A; Fits 2012-2020 Chevrolet Sonic, N/A; Fits 2014-2016 Cadillac ELR, N/A; Fits 2011-2016 Chevrolet Cruze, N/A; Fits 2016 Chevrolet Cruze Limited, N/A; Fits 2011-2015 Chevrolet Volt, N/A. Fel-Pro 35986 is a practical choice when servicing the water pump on Chevrolet Cruze and Chevrolet Sonic models, as well as Buick Encore and Chevrolet Trax vehicles.

Common Uses

• Water pump seepage at the gasket sealing surface
• Coolant leaks after water pump removal or replacement
• Loss of sealing integrity from aged or compressed gasket material
• Cooling system service on GM engines with the listed fitments
• Repair work requiring a replacement water pump gasket

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. Verify the gasket aligns with the 10 mounting holes and matches the application before assembly. Follow the vehicle service procedure for torque sequence and coolant refill after installation.

Quality Assurance

Fel-Pro gaskets are built around application-specific sealing materials to support dependable sealing performance in professional repair environments. Fel-Pro 35986 follows that approach for water pump service on the listed GM vehicles.