Gates 41096M Engine Water Pump

Gates 41096M Water Pump Overview

The Gates 41096M engine water pump is a timing belt driven replacement built for Volkswagen and Audi applications that require a metal impeller and OE-style fit. It uses cast aluminum for both the housing and impeller, with a pulley included and an O-ring in the contents for a direct service replacement.

Gates Water Pump (Standard) components are built for dependable cooling system operation, with each new pump undergoing seal and bearing function testing plus leakage testing of the casting and assembled unit. This makes the Gates 41096M a practical choice for timing belt service on Volkswagen Beetle, Golf, Jetta, Passat, and Audi A3 models.

Key Features

• Engine water pump for timing belt driven applications
• Cast aluminum housing and cast aluminum impeller
• Standard impeller rotation
• Pulley included
• Contents: water pump and O-ring
• No back housing included
• No thermostat or housing included
• No fan clutch included
• Timing belt driven design for service intervals that include the water pump

Detailed Description

The Gates 41096M water pump is engineered for vehicles that use a timing belt to drive the cooling system pump. Its cast aluminum construction supports stable operation, while the metal impeller specification matches the listed fitment notes for interference-engine Volkswagen and Audi applications. This part number is commonly searched as Gates 41096M water pump and 41096M timing belt water pump for Volkswagen Beetle, Golf, Jetta, Passat, and Audi A3 service.

This part cross-references Beck/Arnley 131-2309 and Dayco DP064 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Coolant circulation problems caused by a worn or leaking water pump
• Overheating from reduced pump output
• Noisy operation from failing seals or bearings
• Timing belt service replacement needs on interference-engine vehicles
• Cooling system leaks at the pump casting or seal area

Installation Notes and Tips

Compatible With 2004-2006 Volkswagen Beetle, N/A; 2013-2014 Volkswagen Beetle, N/A; 2004-2006 Volkswagen Golf, N/A; 2010-2014 Volkswagen Golf, N/A; 2004-2005 Volkswagen Jetta, N/A; 2009-2014 Volkswagen Jetta, N/A; 2004-2005 Volkswagen Passat, N/A; and 2010-2013 Audi A3, N/A. Review the timing belt service procedure before installation, and verify the metal impeller note and interference-engine application listed for your vehicle. Replace the O-ring during installation and confirm pulley alignment after assembly.

Quality Assurance

Gates tests each new water pump for seal and bearing function and performs leakage testing on both the casting and the assembled unit. The result is an OE-quality fit focused on consistent cooling system performance.