{"product_id":"gates-43188-engine-water-pump","title":"Gates 43188 Engine Water Pump","description":"\u003ch2\u003eEngine Water Pump Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Gates 43188 engine water pump is built for cooling-system service on select Ford and Starcraft Bus applications. It uses a cast aluminum housing, a plastic impeller, and an accessory-belt drive layout for standard rotation operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCast aluminum housing for a durable pump body.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlastic impeller with standard rotation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessory belt driven design.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes the water pump and gasket.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% functional testing of seals and bearings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% leakage testing of the casting and assembled pump.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGates Water Pump Standard 43188 is engineered as an OE-quality replacement for cooling-system repair and maintenance. The pump is manufactured with premium alloy materials and tested for seal, bearing, and leakage performance before release. This part number 43188 is listed for 2020-2025 Ford Transit, 2020-2025 Ford Transit-150, 2020-2025 Ford Transit-250, 2020-2025 Ford Transit-350, 2020-2025 Ford Transit-350 HD, 2021-2023 Ford F-150, and 2020-2023 Starcraft Bus Starlite applications. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks \u0026amp; Struts (e.g., LK4Z 8501 A, LK4Z 8501 B) for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Repair Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoolant circulation problems caused by a worn pump.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeakage at the pump casting or seal area.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNoisy or rough pump operation from bearing wear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCooling-system service when the original pump is no longer reliable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacement during routine engine cooling maintenance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify accessory-belt drive configuration, outlet layout, and application match before installation. Replace the gasket during service and inspect the belt, pulleys, and cooling-system components for wear or contamination. Confirm the pump rotates in the standard direction specified for the application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGates tests each new water pump for seal and bearing function, then performs leakage checks on both the casting and the assembled unit. The 43188 is positioned as an OE-quality fit replacement from Gates Water Pump (Standard).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gates","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53573960040629,"sku":"BBSC-43188","price":88.79,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/ZW_43188_ANG.jpg?v=1792563654","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/gates-43188-engine-water-pump","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}