Gates 41204 Engine Water Pump - Main

Gates Water Pump for Audi and Volkswagen

The Gates Water Pump (Standard), part number 41204, is a direct-fit engine water pump for select Audi and Volkswagen applications. It is built with a cast aluminum housing, a plastic impeller, and a standard impeller rotation for accessory-belt-driven cooling systems.

Gates Water Pumps are manufactured with premium alloy materials and are tested for seal and bearing function as well as leakage at both the casting and assembled pump level. This Water Pump (Standard) line is focused on OE-quality fit and consistent cooling-system performance for everyday service work.

Key Features

• Cast aluminum housing for durable cooling-system service
• Plastic impeller with standard rotation
• Accessory belt drive style
• Pulley included
• Rubber gasket included
• No back housing included
• No thermostat or housing included
• No fan clutch included
• Timing belt driven: no

Detailed Description

This Gates 41204 engine water pump is built for vehicles that use an accessory belt-driven cooling setup. It includes a pulley and rubber gasket, and it is designed with a cast aluminum housing and plastic impeller to support reliable coolant circulation. For drivers and technicians servicing a 2015-2016 Audi A3, 2016 Audi A3 Quattro, 2016 Audi S3, or 2014 Volkswagen Jetta, this part number 41204 provides a straightforward replacement option with OE-quality fit.

As part of the Gates Water Pump (Standard) product line, this pump reflects Gates’ focus on tested seals, tested bearings, and leakage verification before release. If you are replacing a worn Audi A3 water pump or servicing a Volkswagen Jetta cooling system, Gates 41204 is built to match the original application requirements without adding unnecessary components.

This part cross-references 06K121011 and 06L121005A for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Coolant circulation problems caused by a failing water pump
• Overheating from reduced coolant flow
• Coolant leakage at the pump housing or seal area
• Noise from worn pump bearings
• Service replacement on Audi A3, Audi A3 Quattro, Audi S3, and Volkswagen Jetta cooling systems

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify that the vehicle uses an accessory-belt-driven pump before installation. This water pump does not include a thermostat, thermostat housing, back housing, or fan clutch. Confirm pulley alignment, clean the mounting surface, and replace the rubber gasket during installation to help achieve a proper seal.

Fits 2015-2016 Audi A3, Main. Fits 2016 Audi A3 Quattro, Main. Fits 2016 Audi S3, Main. Fits 2014 Volkswagen Jetta, Main, Jun. 30, 2014 & Older.

Quality Assurance

Gates manufactures this water pump with premium alloy materials and performs 100 percent functional testing of seals and bearings, along with 100 percent leakage testing of the casting and assembled pump. That testing supports consistent fit and dependable operation for the listed Audi and Volkswagen applications.