Gates 41210 Engine Water Pump - Main

Gates Water Pump for Audi V8 Cooling Service

The Gates 41210 engine water pump is a standard replacement for select Audi applications that require an accessory-belt-driven pump with reverse impeller rotation. It is built with a cast aluminum housing and a plastic impeller, and it includes a rubber gasket for service replacement on covered vehicles such as the Audi A6 Quattro, A8 Quattro, Q7, RS4, RS5, S5, S6, and S8.

Key Features

• Cast aluminum housing for durable cooling-system service
• Plastic impeller with reverse rotation
• Accessory belt drive style
• Includes water pump and rubber gasket
• No back housing, thermostat housing, fan clutch, or pulley included
• Not timing-belt driven

Product Details

Gates Water Pump (Standard) part number 41210 is engineered as an OE-quality replacement for select Audi cooling systems. Gates manufactures each new water pump with premium alloy materials and performs seal and bearing function testing, along with leakage testing of the casting and assembled unit, to help verify proper operation before installation. This part cross-references Carlson 41210 for the same application.

Compatible With 2007-2011 Audi A6 Quattro, N/A; 2007-2010 Audi A8 Quattro, N/A; 2007-2010 Audi Q7, N/A; 2007-2009 Audi S8, N/A; 2007-2011 Audi S6, N/A; 2007-2008 Audi RS4, Main; 2008-2012 Audi S5, N/A; 2011-2012 Audi A8 Quattro, Main; 2013-2015 Audi RS5, N/A.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Coolant leakage from a worn pump seal or casting surface
• Noise from failing pump bearings
• Overheating caused by reduced coolant circulation
• Impeller wear that limits coolant flow
• Service replacement for a damaged original water pump

Installation Notes

Verify engine application, pump rotation, and housing configuration before installation. This water pump uses an accessory belt drive and does not include the back housing, thermostat housing, fan clutch, or pulley. Replace the rubber gasket during service and inspect the cooling system for contamination, belt condition, and related wear before returning the vehicle to service.

Quality Assurance

Gates builds this water pump for dependable cooling-system service and OE-quality fit on the listed Audi applications. The part is tested for seal and bearing function and for leakage at both the casting and assembled pump level. Part number 41210 is also referenced in the aftermarket under Nissens 941210 and URO 079121014F.