Metelli PA1246 Engine Water Pump

Engine Water Pump for Audi and Volkswagen

Metelli PA1246 is a new engine water pump built for select Audi and Volkswagen applications. It features an aluminium housing, metal impeller, and an included pulley, gasket, and seal for a direct replacement on covered vehicles.

Key Features

• New engine water pump construction
• Aluminium housing for durable fitment
• Metal impeller with 5 vanes
• Pulley included with 29 teeth and 18 mm width
• Gasket or seal included
• Ball/Ball bearing design with 24 mm bearing outside diameter
• Package contents: water pump and gasket

Detailed Product Overview

Metelli PA1246 is an OE-style engine water pump engineered for cooling system service on 2015-2018 Volkswagen Golf R, 2015-2017 Audi A3 Quattro, 2015-2016 Audi A3, 2015-2017 Audi S3, 2016-2017 Audi A6 and A6 Quattro, 2017 Audi A4, A4 allroad, and A4 Quattro, 2017 Audi Q7, and 2016-2017 Audi TT Quattro. The aluminium housing and metal impeller support consistent coolant circulation, while the included pulley and gasket simplify replacement on the listed applications. This part number, PA1246, also cross-references Hepu P672 for the same application.

Common Reasons for Replacement

• Coolant circulation loss from a worn pump assembly
• Noise from bearing wear in the pump unit
• Leakage at the pump housing or seal surface
• Overheating caused by reduced coolant flow
• Service replacement during timing or cooling system repair

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify engine code and OE reference before installation to confirm fitment for your Audi or Volkswagen model. Inspect the mating surface, flush the cooling system as needed, and replace coolant according to manufacturer service procedures. Confirm pulley alignment and belt engagement during installation of Metelli PA1246.

Quality Assurance

Metelli PA1246 is a new replacement water pump built with an aluminium housing, metal impeller, and ball/ball bearing design for service on the listed Audi and Volkswagen vehicles. The part number PA1246 is supported by multiple interchange references, including OE-style cross references used in the aftermarket.