Gates 41218 Engine Water Pump

Engine Water Pump for GM Applications

Gates Water Pump 41218 is a standard replacement engine water pump built for accessory-belt driven cooling systems. It is engineered with a cast aluminum housing, stamped steel impeller, and a pulley included for a direct-fit service replacement on select Chevrolet, GMC, and Buick vehicles.

Compatible With 2016-2023 Chevrolet Malibu, 2016 and 2018-2020 Chevrolet Cruze and Cruze NG, 2018-2020 Chevrolet Equinox, 2018-2020 GMC Terrain, and 2018 Buick Encore. This Gates 41218 water pump is a practical choice for drivers searching for a replacement water pump for Chevrolet Malibu cooling system repair or a GMC Terrain engine water pump service.

Key Features

• Brand: Gates Water Pump (Standard), Part Number 41218
• Accessory belt driven water pump for standard cooling system service
• Cast aluminum housing for strength and corrosion resistance
• Stamped steel impeller with standard rotation
• Pulley included
• Metal gasket included
• Fan clutch, back housing, and thermostat housing not included
• Timing belt driven: No

Product Details

Gates 41218 is a new engine water pump manufactured with premium alloy materials and tested for seal and bearing function as well as leakage integrity. The Water Pump (Standard) line focuses on OE-quality fit and dependable operation for everyday cooling system repair. This part cross-references GMB 130-3120 and US Motor Works US8147 for the same application.

Common Repair Uses

• Coolant circulation problems caused by a worn pump
• Coolant leakage at the pump casting or seal area
• Noise from failing pump bearings or impeller wear
• Overheating concerns tied to reduced coolant flow
• Cooling system service on a Chevrolet Malibu, Cruze, Equinox, or GMC Terrain

Installation Notes

Verify accessory-belt routing, pulley alignment, and gasket surface condition before installation. Replace coolant as required by the service procedure and inspect adjacent cooling system components for wear, contamination, or leakage. Confirm vehicle fitment by year, make, and model before ordering.

Quality Assurance

Each Gates water pump is function-tested for seals and bearings and leak-tested at the casting and assembled unit level before release. The result is a replacement water pump built for consistent service on select Chevrolet, GMC, and Buick applications.