Victor Reinz 71-14688-00 Engine Water Pump Gasket

Engine Water Pump Gasket for GM Applications

Victor Reinz 71-14688-00 is an engine water pump gasket built with metal and rubber construction for a reliable seal at the water pump mounting surface. It is designed for a wide range of Chevrolet, GMC, Cadillac, and related GM vehicles from 1999-2016, including Camaro, Silverado, Sierra, Tahoe, Yukon, and Corvette applications.

As an OE supplier, Victor Reinz focuses on sealing technology and engineering that supports accurate fitment and long-lasting repairs. This gasket is a practical choice for water pump service on GM trucks, SUVs, and performance models where sealing integrity matters.

Key Features

• Victor Reinz part number 71-14688-00
• Metal and rubber gasket construction
• 0.075 thickness for water pump sealing applications
• 1 mounting hole configuration
• Compatible with many Chevrolet Silverado 1500, GMC Sierra 1500, and Cadillac Escalade applications
• OE-quality sealing solution from an original equipment supplier

Detailed Description

Victor Reinz 71-14688-00 is an engine water pump gasket for GM vehicles that require a precise seal between the water pump and engine mating surface. The metal-and-rubber design helps maintain sealing performance under cooling-system heat cycles and vibration. This part is commonly used on vehicles such as the Chevrolet Camaro, Chevrolet Corvette, GMC Yukon, and Cadillac CTS, along with many Silverado, Sierra, Tahoe, and Escalade models. If you are searching for a water pump gasket for a 1999-2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 or a 2000-2014 GMC Yukon, this part number is a direct fitment reference to verify against your application.

This part cross-references Dorman - HELP 35635 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Coolant seepage at the water pump mounting area
• Loss of seal after water pump replacement
• Leak-related overheating concerns
• Service issues caused by worn or compressed gasket material
• Cooling-system maintenance on GM trucks, SUVs, and performance cars

Installation Notes and Tips

Clean the water pump and engine mating surfaces thoroughly before installation. Check the mounting surface for corrosion, old gasket material, or warping before placing the new gasket. Confirm vehicle fitment by year, make, and model before service, especially on GM platforms with multiple engine and cooling-system configurations. Use the correct torque sequence and follow the vehicle service procedure for water pump installation.

Quality Assurance

Victor Reinz is an original equipment supplier known for sealing solutions used by manufacturers worldwide. Part number 71-14688-00 is engineered to OE-quality standards for GM water pump service and broad vehicle coverage across Chevrolet, GMC, Cadillac, Buick, Pontiac, Saab, Hummer, Isuzu, and related applications.