Gates 41530E Engine Auxiliary Water Pump

Gates 41530E Electric Water Pump Overview

The Gates 41530E is an engine auxiliary electric water pump built for vehicles that use electric cooling support to manage coolant flow and temperature control. It uses a plastic housing and plastic impeller with standard rotation, and it is specified for auxiliary cooling applications where OE-style performance matters.

Gates Water Pump (Electric) components are part of the brand’s electric cooling lineup, created to serve modern vehicle systems that rely on electrically driven coolant circulation. The 41530E is engineered for direct replacement use on select Audi and Volkswagen applications, including Audi A4, Audi A6, Audi A6 Quattro, A4 Quattro, and Volkswagen Passat models.

Key Features

• Engine auxiliary electric water pump for auxiliary cooling systems
• Plastic housing and plastic impeller construction
• Standard impeller rotation
• Electric drive style with one outlet
• OE Performance comparison rating
• No back housing, pulley, or fan clutch included
• Direct-fit replacement for select Audi and Volkswagen applications

Detailed Product Description

Gates part number 41530E is an electric auxiliary water pump designed to restore proper coolant circulation in vehicles equipped with electric cooling support. It is built with premium materials for durable operation under demanding driving conditions and is intended for applications where the cooling and heating system depends on an electrically driven pump rather than a belt-driven unit. This part cross-references Dorman - OE Solutions 902-075 for the same application.

Compatible With 1998-2001 Audi A4, N/A; 1998-2001 Audi A4 Quattro, N/A; 1999-2001 Audi A6, N/A; 1999-2001 Audi A6 Quattro, N/A; 2000-2004 Audi A6 Quattro, N/A; 2001-2005 Volkswagen Passat, N/A. Also compatible with 1998 Audi A6 and 1998 Audi A6 Quattro for auxiliary cooling applications with VIN 4B-W-000001 & after.

What This Water Pump Helps Address

• Weak or inconsistent auxiliary coolant circulation
• Heating performance problems tied to electric pump operation
• Cooling system temperature control issues on electric-pump applications
• Noise or failure from a worn auxiliary water pump
• OE-style replacement needs for Audi A4, Audi A6, and Volkswagen Passat models

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s year, engine configuration, and cooling system layout before ordering. Confirm the connector, outlet orientation, and application notes against the original pump, especially on Audi A6 and A6 Quattro models with VIN-specific coverage. Because this is an electric auxiliary water pump, inspect the related cooling circuit, hoses, and electrical connections during replacement to help ensure proper system operation.

Quality Assurance

Gates manufactures this electric water pump for OE-quality fit and performance on listed applications. The design uses durable materials and follows the brand’s focus on reliable operation in modern cooling systems.