Gates 42263 Engine Water Pump

Gates 42263 Water Pump Overview

The Gates 42263 engine water pump is a standard replacement for select Ford applications, including Ford F-150 and Ford Transit models. Built with a cast aluminum housing and a plastic impeller, it is engineered for accessory-belt-driven cooling systems that require a direct-fit OE-style replacement.

Gates Water Pump (Standard) components are built for consistent cooling-system performance, with seal and bearing testing and leakage testing performed on the finished pump assembly. This makes the Gates 42263 a practical choice when replacing a worn water pump on a Ford F-150 or Ford Transit van.

Key Features

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

Fitment and Application

• Fits 2018-2020 Ford F-150, N/A, Water Pump (Standard)
• Fits 2017-2019 Ford Transit, N/A, W/3-Hole Hub; Water Pump (Standard)
• Fits 2017-2019 Ford Transit-150, N/A, W/3-Hole Hub; Water Pump (Standard)
• Fits 2017-2019 Ford Transit-250, N/A, W/3-Hole Hub; Water Pump (Standard)
• Fits 2017-2019 Ford Transit-350, N/A, W/3-Hole Hub; Water Pump (Standard)
• Fits 2017-2019 Ford Transit-350 HD, N/A, W/3-Hole Hub; Water Pump (Standard)
• Fits 2017 Ford F-150, N/A, W/3-Bolt Design; Water Pump (Standard)
• Fits 2015 Ford F-150, N/A, W/3-Hole Hub; Water Pump (Standard)

This part cross-references GMB 125-3285 for the same application.

Common Cooling-System Repairs

• Coolant circulation problems caused by a worn pump
• Overheating from reduced water flow
• Coolant leakage at the pump housing or seals
• Noisy operation from bearing wear
• Cooling-system service on Ford F-150 and Ford Transit models

Installation Notes

Verify hub style and engine application before installation, especially on Ford Transit and Ford F-150 models with 3-hole hub or 3-bolt design notes. Replace the gasket and O-ring during service, and inspect the accessory belt drive components, coolant condition, and mating surfaces before assembly.

Quality Assurance

Gates manufactures this water pump with premium alloy materials and performs functional testing of seals and bearings, along with leakage testing of the casting and assembled pump. The result is an OE-quality fit for the listed Ford applications.