Victor Reinz 71-14697-00 Engine Water Pump Gasket

OE-Style Water Pump Gasket Seal

Victor Reinz 71-14697-00 is an engine water pump gasket built with metal and rubber construction for a precise sealing surface. It is designed for select Buick, Chevrolet, Pontiac, and Saturn applications where a reliable water pump seal is needed during cooling system service.

For buyers searching for a water pump gasket for 2006-2011 Chevrolet Impala, 2006-2010 Chevrolet Malibu, or 2008-2010 Saturn Vue, this part number 71-14697-00 provides the correct OE-style sealing solution for the listed applications.

Key Features

• Engine water pump gasket for cooling system repair
• Metal and rubber material for sealing performance
• 0.062 in. thickness
• 5 mounting holes
• Color may vary
• Victor Reinz OE-quality gasket engineering

Detailed Description

Victor Reinz 71-14697-00 is a replacement water pump gasket engineered for vehicles that require a formed sealing interface between the water pump and engine. The metal-and-rubber design helps create a stable seal at the mounting surface, while the 0.062-inch thickness supports proper fitment on the specified applications. Victor Reinz supplies original equipment sealing technology, and this gasket reflects that OE-focused approach for foreign and domestic passenger vehicles and light trucks.

This part cross-references FEL-PRO 35814 for the same application. It is a direct-fit sealing component for select Buick Lucerne, Chevrolet Impala, Chevrolet Malibu, Pontiac G6, and Saturn Vue applications, and it also covers Chevrolet Uplander, Pontiac Montana, Saturn Aura, Buick Terraza, Chevrolet Monte Carlo, and Saturn Relay.

Vehicle Fitment

• Fits 2009-2011 Buick Lucerne, N/A
• Fits 2006-2011 Chevrolet Impala, N/A
• Fits 2006-2010 Chevrolet Malibu, N/A
• Fits 2006-2010 Pontiac G6, N/A
• Fits 2008-2010 Saturn Vue, N/A
• Fits 2006-2009 Chevrolet Uplander, N/A
• Fits 2006-2009 Pontiac Montana, N/A
• Fits 2007-2008 Saturn Aura, N/A
• Fits 2006-2007 Buick Terraza, N/A
• Fits 2006-2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, N/A
• Fits 2006-2007 Saturn Relay, N/A

Common Repair Uses

• Replacing a leaking water pump gasket during cooling system service
• Restoring a proper seal after water pump removal
• Addressing coolant seepage at the pump mounting surface
• Supporting maintenance on GM vehicles with the listed fitment
• Replacing a worn or compressed gasket during engine cooling repairs

Installation Notes and Tips

Clean the mating surfaces thoroughly before installation and inspect the water pump and engine flange for corrosion, pitting, or old gasket residue. Verify the gasket matches the vehicle application and mounting-hole layout before assembly. Follow the vehicle service procedure and torque specifications for the water pump fasteners to help maintain an even seal.

Quality Assurance

Victor Reinz is an original equipment supplier known for gasket and sealing system engineering. Part number 71-14697-00 is built to OE-quality standards for the listed applications, with materials selected for dependable sealing in cooling system service.