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US Motor Works US8981 Engine Water Pump

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Reliable Engine Water Pump for Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram, and Volkswagen

The US Motor Works US8981 engine water pump is designed to maintain optimal engine temperature for a range of vehicles including Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Ram 1500, and Volkswagen Routan. This water pump ensures consistent coolant circulation to prevent overheating and support engine performance.

  • Compatible with Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram, and Volkswagen models
  • Direct replacement for factory water pumps
  • Engineered for efficient coolant flow and temperature regulation
  • Durable construction for long service life
  • Part number US8981 for easy identification and fitment

Product Details and Compatibility

The US Motor Works US8981 engine water pump is specifically designed to fit a variety of vehicles including Chrysler 200, 300, and Town & Country; Dodge Avenger, Challenger, Charger, Durango, and Grand Caravan; Jeep Grand Cherokee, Journey; Ram 1500, 1500 Classic, ProMaster 1500, 2500, and 3500; and Volkswagen Routan. This pump provides reliable coolant circulation to maintain engine temperature and prevent overheating under normal driving conditions.

Common Applications and Problem Resolution

  • Replaces failing or leaking water pumps
  • Addresses engine overheating issues
  • Resolves coolant circulation problems
  • Prevents engine damage due to coolant loss
  • Restores proper engine cooling system function

Installation Notes and Tips

Installation of the US Motor Works US8981 water pump should be performed by a qualified technician familiar with the cooling system of Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram, and Volkswagen vehicles. Ensure the cooling system is properly drained before removal. Inspect related components such as belts and hoses for wear and replace as necessary. Follow manufacturer torque specifications during installation to avoid leaks or damage.

Quality Assurance and Warranty

US Motor Works manufactures the US8981 water pump to meet or exceed OEM standards for fit and function. While specific warranty details are not provided, US Motor Works products typically come with a limited warranty against defects in materials and workmanship. Verify warranty terms with the supplier or manufacturer prior to installation.

This part fits 416 vehicles. Search below:

YearMakeModelSubmodelLitersCylindersPositionNotes
2024Ram1500 ClassicWarlock3.6LV6N/A
2023Chrysler300Touring3.6LV6N/A
2023DodgeChallengerSXT3.6LV6N/A
2023DodgeChargerSXT3.6LV6N/A
2023Ram1500 ClassicWarlock3.6LV6N/A
2022Chrysler300Touring3.6LV6N/A
2022DodgeChallengerSXT3.6LV6N/A
2022DodgeChargerSXT3.6LV6N/A
2022Ram1500 ClassicWarlock3.6LV6N/A
2021Chrysler300Touring3.6LV6N/A
2021DodgeChallengerSXT3.6LV6N/A
2021DodgeChargerSXT3.6LV6N/A
2021Ram1500 ClassicWarlock3.6LV6N/A
2021RamProMaster 1500Base3.6LV6N/A
2021RamProMaster 2500Base3.6LV6N/A
2021RamProMaster 3500Cutaway3.6LV6N/A
2020Chrysler300TouringN/A
2020Chrysler300Touring LN/A
2020Chrysler300SN/A
2020Chrysler300LimitedN/A
2020DodgeChallengerSXTN/A
2020DodgeChallengerGTN/A
2020DodgeChargerSXTN/A
2020DodgeChargerPursuitN/A
2020DodgeChargerGTN/A
2020DodgeGrand CaravanSXTN/A
2020DodgeGrand CaravanSEN/A
2020DodgeGrand CaravanSE PlusN/A
2020Ram1500 ClassicWarlockN/A
2020Ram1500 ClassicTradesmanN/A
2020Ram1500 ClassicSLTN/A
2020Ram1500 ClassicExpressN/A
2020RamProMaster 1500BaseN/A
2020RamProMaster 2500BaseN/A
2020RamProMaster 3500BaseN/A
2019Chrysler300TouringN/A
2019Chrysler300Touring LN/A
2019Chrysler300SN/A
2019Chrysler300LimitedN/A
2019Chrysler3003.6N/A
2019DodgeChallengerSXTN/A
2019DodgeChallengerGTN/A
2019DodgeChargerSXTN/A
2019DodgeChargerPursuitN/A
2019DodgeChargerGTN/A
2019DodgeGrand CaravanSXTN/A
2019DodgeGrand CaravanSXT PlusN/A
2019DodgeGrand CaravanSEN/A
2019DodgeGrand CaravanGTN/A
2019DodgeJourneySEN/A
2019DodgeJourneyGTN/A
2019DodgeJourneyCrossroadN/A
2019Ram1500 ClassicWarlockN/A
2019Ram1500 ClassicTradesmanN/A
2019Ram1500 ClassicLone StarN/A
2019Ram1500 ClassicExpressN/A
2019Ram1500 ClassicBig HornN/A
2019RamProMaster 1500BaseN/A
2019RamProMaster 2500VentanasN/A
2019RamProMaster 2500BaseN/A
2019RamProMaster 3500BaseN/A
2018Chrysler300TouringN/A
2018Chrysler300Touring LN/A
2018Chrysler300SN/A
2018Chrysler300LimitedN/A
2018Chrysler3003.6N/A
2018DodgeChallengerSXTN/A
2018DodgeChallengerSXT PlusN/A
2018DodgeChallengerGTN/A
2018DodgeChallengerDual StripesN/A
2018DodgeChargerSXTN/A
2018DodgeChargerSXT PlusN/A
2018DodgeChargerSXT Plus LeatherN/A
2018DodgeChargerPursuitN/A
2018DodgeChargerGTN/A
2018DodgeChargerGT PlusN/A
2018DodgeGrand CaravanSXTN/A
2018DodgeGrand CaravanSXT PlusN/A
2018DodgeGrand CaravanSEN/A
2018DodgeGrand CaravanSE PlusN/A
2018DodgeGrand CaravanGTN/A
2018DodgeJourneySXTN/A
2018DodgeJourneySEN/A
2018DodgeJourneyGTN/A
2018DodgeJourneyCrossroadN/A
2018Ram1500TradesmanN/A
2018Ram1500SportN/A
2018Ram1500STN/A
2018Ram1500SLTN/A
2018Ram1500RebelN/A
2018Ram1500Lone StarN/A
2018Ram1500LaramieN/A
2018Ram1500ExpressN/A
2018Ram1500Big HornN/A
2018RamProMaster 1500BaseN/A
2018RamProMaster 2500VentanasN/A
2018RamProMaster 2500BaseN/A
2018RamProMaster 3500BaseN/A
2017Chrysler300SN/A
2017Chrysler300LimitedN/A
2017Chrysler300CN/A
2017Chrysler300C PlatinumN/A
2017Chrysler3003.6N/A
2017DodgeChallengerSXTN/A
2017DodgeChallengerSXT PlusN/A
2017DodgeChallengerGTN/A
2017DodgeChallengerDual StripesN/A
2017DodgeChargerSXTN/A
2017DodgeChargerSEN/A
2017DodgeChargerPursuitN/A
2017DodgeGrand CaravanSXTN/A
2017DodgeGrand CaravanSXT PlusN/A
2017DodgeGrand CaravanSEN/A
2017DodgeGrand CaravanSE PlusN/A
2017DodgeGrand CaravanGTN/A
2017DodgeJourneySXTN/A
2017DodgeJourneySEN/A
2017DodgeJourneyGTN/A
2017DodgeJourneyCrossroadN/A
2017Ram1500TradesmanN/A
2017Ram1500SportN/A
2017Ram1500STN/A
2017Ram1500SLTN/A
2017Ram1500RebelN/A
2017Ram1500Lone StarN/A
2017Ram1500LaramieN/A
2017Ram1500ExpressN/A
2017Ram1500Big HornN/A
2017RamProMaster 1500BaseN/A
2017RamProMaster 2500VentanasN/A
2017RamProMaster 2500BaseN/A
2017RamProMaster 3500BaseN/A
2016Chrysler300SN/A
2016Chrysler300LimitedN/A
2016Chrysler300CN/A
2016Chrysler300C PlatinumN/A
2016ChryslerTown & CountryTouringN/A
2016ChryslerTown & CountryTouring PielN/A
2016ChryslerTown & CountryTouring LN/A
2016ChryslerTown & CountrySN/A
2016ChryslerTown & CountryLimitedN/A
2016ChryslerTown & CountryLimited PlatinumN/A
2016ChryslerTown & CountryLiN/A
2016ChryslerTown & CountryLXN/A
2016DodgeChallengerSXTN/A
2016DodgeChallengerSXT PlusN/A
2016DodgeChallengerBlack LineN/A
2016DodgeChargerSXTN/A
2016DodgeChargerSEN/A
2016DodgeChargerPursuitN/A
2016DodgeGrand CaravanSXTN/A
2016DodgeGrand CaravanSEN/A
2016DodgeGrand CaravanSE PlusN/A
2016DodgeGrand CaravanR/TN/A
2016DodgeGrand CaravanAmerican Value PackageN/A
2016DodgeJourneySXTN/A
2016DodgeJourneySEN/A
2016DodgeJourneyR/TN/A
2016DodgeJourneyCrossroadN/A
2016Ram1500TradesmanN/A
2016Ram1500STN/A
2016Ram1500SLTN/A
2016Ram1500RebelN/A
2016Ram1500OutdoorsmanN/A
2016Ram1500Lone StarN/A
2016Ram1500LaramieN/A
2016Ram1500HFEN/A
2016Ram1500ExpressN/A
2016Ram1500Big HornN/A
2016RamProMaster 1500BaseN/A
2016RamProMaster 2500BaseN/A
2016RamProMaster 3500BaseN/A
2015Chrysler300SN/A
2015Chrysler300LimitedN/A
2015Chrysler300CN/A
2015Chrysler300C PlatinumN/A
2015ChryslerTown & CountryTouringN/A
2015ChryslerTown & CountryTouring PielN/A
2015ChryslerTown & CountryTouring LN/A
2015ChryslerTown & CountrySN/A
2015ChryslerTown & CountryLimitedN/A
2015ChryslerTown & CountryLiN/A
2015ChryslerTown & CountryLXN/A
2015DodgeChallengerSXTN/A
2015DodgeChallengerSXT PlusN/A
2015DodgeChallengerBlack LineN/A
2015DodgeChargerSXTN/A
2015DodgeChargerSEN/A
2015DodgeChargerPursuitN/A
2015DodgeDurangoSpecial ServiceN/A
2015DodgeDurangoSXTN/A
2015DodgeDurangoRallyeN/A
2015DodgeDurangoLimitedN/A
2015DodgeDurangoCitadelN/A
2015DodgeGrand CaravanSXTN/A
2015DodgeGrand CaravanSEN/A
2015DodgeGrand CaravanR/TN/A
2015DodgeGrand CaravanAmerican Value PackageN/A
2015DodgeJourneySXTN/A
2015DodgeJourneySEN/A
2015DodgeJourneyR/TN/A
2015DodgeJourneyLimitedN/A
2015DodgeJourneyCrossroadN/A
2015JeepGrand CherokeeSummitN/A
2015JeepGrand CherokeeOverlandN/A
2015JeepGrand CherokeeLimitedN/A
2015JeepGrand CherokeeLaredoN/A
2015Ram1500TradesmanN/A
2015Ram1500STN/A
2015Ram1500SLTN/A
2015Ram1500RebelN/A
2015Ram1500OutdoorsmanN/A
2015Ram1500Lone StarN/A
2015Ram1500LaramieN/A
2015Ram1500HFEN/A
2015Ram1500ExpressN/A
2015Ram1500Big HornN/A
2015RamC/VTradesmanN/A
2015RamC/VBaseN/A
2015RamProMaster 1500BaseN/A
2015RamProMaster 2500BaseN/A
2015RamProMaster 3500BaseN/A
2014Chrysler200TouringN/A
2014Chrysler200SN/A
2014Chrysler200LimitedN/A
2014Chrysler200LXN/A
2014Chrysler300SN/A
2014Chrysler300CN/A
2014Chrysler300C LuxuryN/A
2014Chrysler300C LujoN/A
2014Chrysler300BaseN/A
2014ChryslerTown & CountryTouringN/A
2014ChryslerTown & CountryTouring LN/A
2014ChryslerTown & CountrySN/A
2014ChryslerTown & CountryLimitedN/A
2014ChryslerTown & CountryLiN/A
2014ChryslerTown & CountryLXN/A
2014ChryslerTown & CountryBaseN/A
2014ChryslerTown & Country30th Anniversary EditionN/A
2014DodgeAvengerSXTN/A
2014DodgeAvengerSEN/A
2014DodgeAvengerR/TN/A
2014DodgeChallengerSXTN/A
2014DodgeChallengerRallye RedlineN/A
2014DodgeChargerSXTN/A
2014DodgeChargerSEN/A
2014DodgeChargerPursuitN/A
2014DodgeDurangoSpecial ServiceN/A
2014DodgeDurangoSXTN/A
2014DodgeDurangoRallyeN/A
2014DodgeDurangoLimitedN/A
2014DodgeDurangoCitadelN/A
2014DodgeGrand CaravanSXTN/A
2014DodgeGrand CaravanSXT 30th Anniversary EditionN/A
2014DodgeGrand CaravanSEN/A
2014DodgeGrand CaravanSE 30th Anniversary EditionN/A
2014DodgeGrand CaravanR/TN/A
2014DodgeGrand CaravanAmerican Value PackageN/A
2014DodgeJourneySXTN/A
2014DodgeJourneyR/TN/A
2014DodgeJourneyLimitedN/A
2014DodgeJourneyCrossroadN/A
2014JeepGrand CherokeeSummitN/A
2014JeepGrand CherokeeOverlandN/A
2014JeepGrand CherokeeLimitedN/A
2014JeepGrand CherokeeLaredoN/A
2014Ram1500TradesmanN/A
2014Ram1500STN/A
2014Ram1500SLTN/A
2014Ram1500OutdoorsmanN/A
2014Ram1500Lone StarN/A
2014Ram1500LaramieN/A
2014Ram1500HFEN/A
2014Ram1500ExpressN/A
2014Ram1500Big HornN/A
2014RamC/VBaseN/A
2014RamProMaster 1500BaseN/A
2014RamProMaster 2500BaseN/A
2014RamProMaster 3500BaseN/A
2014VolkswagenRoutanSEL PremiumN/A
2014VolkswagenRoutanSEN/A
2014VolkswagenRoutanSN/A
2013Chrysler200TouringN/A
2013Chrysler200SN/A
2013Chrysler200LimitedN/A
2013Chrysler200LXN/A
2013Chrysler300SN/A
2013Chrysler300CN/A
2013Chrysler300C LuxuryN/A
2013Chrysler300C LujoN/A
2013Chrysler300BaseN/A
2013ChryslerTown & CountryTouringN/A
2013ChryslerTown & CountryTouring LN/A
2013ChryslerTown & CountrySN/A
2013ChryslerTown & CountryLimitedN/A
2013ChryslerTown & CountryLiN/A
2013ChryslerTown & CountryLXN/A
2013DodgeAvengerSXTN/A
2013DodgeAvengerSEN/A
2013DodgeAvengerR/TN/A
2013DodgeChallengerSXTN/A
2013DodgeChallengerRallye RedlineN/A
2013DodgeChargerSXTN/A
2013DodgeChargerSEN/A
2013DodgeChargerPursuitN/A
2013DodgeDurangoSpecial ServiceN/A
2013DodgeDurangoSXTN/A
2013DodgeDurangoCrewN/A
2013DodgeDurangoCrew LuxeN/A
2013DodgeDurangoCitadelN/A
2013DodgeDurangoBaseN/A
2013DodgeGrand CaravanSXTN/A
2013DodgeGrand CaravanSEN/A
2013DodgeGrand CaravanR/TN/A
2013DodgeGrand CaravanCrewN/A
2013DodgeJourneySXTN/A
2013DodgeJourneyR/TN/A
2013DodgeJourneyCrewN/A
2013JeepGrand CherokeeOverlandN/A
2013JeepGrand CherokeeLimitedN/A
2013JeepGrand CherokeeLaredoN/A
2013Ram1500TradesmanN/A
2013Ram1500SLTN/A
2013Ram1500OutdoorsmanN/A
2013Ram1500HFEN/A
2013RamC/VBaseN/A
2013VolkswagenRoutanSEL PremiumN/A
2013VolkswagenRoutanSEN/A
2013VolkswagenRoutanSN/A
2012Chrysler200TouringN/A
2012Chrysler200SN/A
2012Chrysler200LimitedN/A
2012Chrysler200LXN/A
2012Chrysler300SN/A
2012Chrysler300LimitedN/A
2012Chrysler300BaseN/A
2012ChryslerTown & CountryTouringN/A
2012ChryslerTown & CountryTouring LN/A
2012ChryslerTown & CountryLimitedN/A
2012ChryslerTown & CountryLiN/A
2012ChryslerTown & CountryLXN/A
2012DodgeAvengerSXT PlusN/A
2012DodgeAvengerSEN/A
2012DodgeAvengerR/TN/A
2012DodgeChallengerSXTN/A
2012DodgeChallengerSXT PlusN/A
2012DodgeChargerSXTN/A
2012DodgeChargerSXT PlusN/A
2012DodgeChargerSEN/A
2012DodgeChargerPursuitN/A
2012DodgeDurangoSpecial ServiceN/A
2012DodgeDurangoSXTN/A
2012DodgeDurangoCrewN/A
2012DodgeDurangoCrew LuxeN/A
2012DodgeDurangoCitadelN/A
2012DodgeDurangoBaseN/A
2012DodgeGrand CaravanSXTN/A
2012DodgeGrand CaravanSEN/A
2012DodgeGrand CaravanR/TN/A
2012DodgeGrand CaravanCrewN/A
2012DodgeJourneySXTN/A
2012DodgeJourneySXT PremiumN/A
2012DodgeJourneyR/TN/A
2012DodgeJourneyCrewN/A
2012JeepGrand CherokeeOverlandN/A
2012JeepGrand CherokeeOverland SummitN/A
2012JeepGrand CherokeeLimitedN/A
2012JeepGrand CherokeeLaredoN/A
2012RamC/VBaseN/A
2012VolkswagenRoutanSELN/A
2012VolkswagenRoutanSEL PremiumN/A
2012VolkswagenRoutanSEN/A
2012VolkswagenRoutanSN/A
2012VolkswagenRoutanPrestigeN/A
2012VolkswagenRoutanExclusiveN/A
2011Chrysler200TouringN/A
2011Chrysler200SN/A
2011Chrysler200LimitedN/A
2011Chrysler200LXN/A
2011Chrysler300TouringN/A
2011Chrysler300LimitedN/A
2011Chrysler300BaseN/A
2011ChryslerTown & CountryTouringN/A
2011ChryslerTown & CountryTouring LN/A
2011ChryslerTown & CountryLimitedN/A
2011ChryslerTown & CountryLXN/A
2011DodgeAvengerMainstreetN/A
2011DodgeAvengerLuxN/A
2011DodgeAvengerHeatN/A
2011DodgeAvengerExpressN/A
2011DodgeChallengerSEN/A
2011DodgeChargerSXTN/A
2011DodgeChargerSEN/A
2011DodgeDurangoHeatN/A
2011DodgeDurangoExpressN/A
2011DodgeDurangoCrewN/A
2011DodgeDurangoCitadelN/A
2011DodgeGrand CaravanR/TN/A
2011DodgeGrand CaravanMainstreetN/A
2011DodgeGrand CaravanExpressN/A
2011DodgeGrand CaravanCrewN/A
2011DodgeGrand CaravanC/VN/A
2011DodgeJourneySXT PremiumN/A
2011DodgeJourneyR/TN/A
2011DodgeJourneyMainstreetN/A
2011DodgeJourneyLuxN/A
2011DodgeJourneyCrewN/A
2011JeepGrand CherokeeOverlandN/A
2011JeepGrand CherokeeLimitedN/A
2011JeepGrand CherokeeLaredoN/A
2011VolkswagenRoutanSELN/A
2011VolkswagenRoutanSEL PremiumN/A
2011VolkswagenRoutanSEN/A
2011VolkswagenRoutanSN/A
2011VolkswagenRoutanPrestigeN/A
2011VolkswagenRoutanExclusiveN/A

* Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.

This part directly replaces or is cross-referenced with the following part numbers:

252-983440205184 498AD5184 498AE5184 498AH5184 498AI5184 498AJ5184 498AK5184 498AL5184 498AM5184 498AN7B0 121 011 B7B0 121 011 BXRMN7B0 121 011 E7B0 121 011 G7B0 121 011 H7B0 121 011 JAW6169RL18 4498AIRL184498AIWP-2408

Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.

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