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Metelli PA344 Engine Water Pump
| Brand | Metelli PA344 |
|---|---|
| Bearing Outside Diameter | 30 |
| Bearing Type | Roller/Ball |
| Gasket Or Seal Included | YES |
| Housing Material | Aluminium |
| Impeller Material | Cast Iron |
| Impeller Outside Diameter | 68 |
| Impeller Vane Quantity | 8 |
| New Or Remanufactured | NEW |
| Package Contents | Water Pump, Gasket |
| Fits | Volkswagen · 6 vehicles |
New water pump. Direct replacement with a gasket included for easier installation.
Aluminium housing. Lightweight construction helps support reliable cooling performance.
Cast iron impeller. Built with an 8-vane design for efficient coolant flow.
Cross-references Airtex AW9150, Anchor 9150 and Beck/Arnley 131-2044 for the same application. See all 45.
Engine Water Pump for Vanagon Cooling Service
The Metelli PA344 engine water pump is a new replacement part for 1986-1991 Volkswagen Vanagon applications. It is built with an aluminium housing, cast iron impeller, and roller/ball bearing construction to support cooling system circulation in the Vanagon engine bay.
Key Features
- New engine water pump for Volkswagen Vanagon cooling system service
- Aluminium housing for durable fit and corrosion resistance
- Cast iron impeller with 8 vanes
- Roller/ball bearing design for smooth shaft support
- Gasket included for installation
- Impeller outside diameter: 68 mm
- Bearing outside diameter: 30 mm
Detailed Description
Metelli PA344 is an OE-style engine water pump built for 1986-1991 Volkswagen Vanagon models. The cast iron impeller and 8-vane design are engineered to move coolant through the engine cooling circuit, while the aluminium housing helps provide a stable mounting surface. This part cross-references Airtex AW9150 and Gates 21826 for the same application. Use PA344 when replacing a worn or leaking Volkswagen Vanagon water pump, or when cooling performance has dropped due to bearing wear, seal failure, or impeller damage.
Common Repair Reasons
- Coolant leakage from the water pump housing or seal area
- Grinding, wobbling, or bearing noise from the pump shaft
- Overheating caused by reduced coolant circulation
- Visible corrosion or impeller wear inside the cooling system
- Loss of coolant flow affecting engine temperature control
Installation Notes
Fits 1986-1991 Volkswagen Vanagon, N/A. Replace the gasket during installation and inspect the mating surfaces, hoses, thermostat, and coolant condition before reassembly. Flush the cooling system if contamination or scale is present, and verify proper belt tension and coolant bleeding after installation. Confirm part number PA344 against the existing pump and vehicle application before service.
Quality Assurance
Metelli supplies this water pump as a new component with gasket included. The aluminium housing, cast iron impeller, and roller/ball bearing construction are specified to support reliable cooling system operation in Volkswagen Vanagon service.
| Year | Make | Model | Liters | Cylinders | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | Volkswagen | Vanagon | 2.1L | H4 | N/A | — |
| 1990 | Volkswagen | Vanagon | 2.1L | H4 | N/A | — |
| 1989 | Volkswagen | Vanagon | 2.1L | H4 | N/A | — |
| 1988 | Volkswagen | Vanagon | 2.1L | H4 | N/A | — |
| 1987 | Volkswagen | Vanagon | 2.1L | H4 | N/A | — |
| 1986 | Volkswagen | Vanagon | 2.1L | H4 | N/A | — |
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