Nissens 831053 Engine Auxiliary Water Pump

Nissens 831053 Engine Auxiliary Water Pump

The Nissens 831053 engine auxiliary water pump is built for vehicles that rely on an electric 12V coolant circulation pump to manage thermal control. With a plastic and steel housing and an oval connector shape, it is a direct-fit style replacement for select Audi, Volkswagen, Porsche, and related applications.

Use this Nissens auxiliary water pump when servicing cooling-system circulation on models such as the Audi R8, Audi Q7, and Volkswagen Touareg. Part number 831053 is engineered to match the original electrical and mounting layout for the listed applications.

Key Features

• Engine auxiliary water pump for thermal management and coolant circulation
• 12V electrical design
• Oval connector shape for listed vehicle applications
• Plastic / steel housing construction
• Replacement part number 831053
• Cross-reference: Bosch 0392020073
• Cross-reference: Gates 41508E

Detailed Description

Nissens 831053 is an engine auxiliary water pump developed for cooling-system support in a wide range of European vehicles. It is listed for 2000-2015 applications across Audi, Volkswagen, and Porsche platforms, including Audi R8, Audi Q7, Audi A3 Quattro, Audi TT Quattro, Audi Allroad Quattro, Volkswagen Touareg, Volkswagen Phaeton, Volkswagen Golf, Volkswagen Jetta, Volkswagen Passat, Volkswagen EuroVan, Volkswagen Eos, Volkswagen R32, and Porsche Cayenne. This part number 831053 is a practical choice when the original auxiliary pump has failed or when coolant circulation is no longer operating correctly.

Nissens develops thermal and engine-efficiency components for the aftermarket with a focus on consistent manufacturing quality. This auxiliary water pump follows that approach with the specified 12V electrical setup, oval connector, and plastic/steel housing construction for the listed fitments.

What It Helps Address

• Loss of auxiliary coolant circulation
• Cooling-system warning lights related to pump operation
• Overheating concerns tied to poor coolant flow
• Heat soak issues after engine shutdown
• Faulty electric water pump performance on supported Audi, Volkswagen, and Porsche models

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm connector shape, voltage, and housing style before installation. This pump does not include a pulley, gasket or seal, mounting bracket, or bolts, so reuse or source the required related components separately as needed. Always verify the vehicle’s chassis/VIN notes where listed, especially on Volkswagen Golf and Phaeton applications with VIN-specific coverage.

Quality Assurance

Nissens positions this part within its Genuine Nissens Quality standard, with products developed and manufactured to meet the brand’s thermal-management requirements. Part number 831053 is built for the specified vehicle applications and cooling-system service needs.