What are the ways to check the operation of a water pump on an engine for Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana?

Water pump failure can lead to overheating, there are several ways to check the operation of the water pump while it is installed on the engine. Excessive bearing wear can be identified by attempting to move the water pump pulley horizontally or vertically. To replace the water pump, the coolant must be drained and various components such as the air cleaner assembly, radiator shroud, fan/clutch assembly, and drive removed. The specific steps for removal and installation vary depending on the engine type. Coolant should be added to the specified level and the coolant level checked. Also, it is important to bleed the cooling system of air and check for any coolant leaks around the water pump and hoses.

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Chevrolet Express Pump Kit, Wat
Part Number: 12703898
- Other Name: Water Pump
- Replaces: 19256261, 12686763, 12681184
$171.51 MSRP: $340.32
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2003-2006 Chevrolet Express | 1 TON CARGO EXPRESS, 1 TON COMMERCIAL/RV CUTAWAY, 1 TON PASSENGER, 1/2 TON CARGO EXPRESS, 1/2 TON PASSENGER EXPRESS, 3/4 TON CARGO EXPRESS, 3/4 TON PASSENGER EXPRESS | 8 Cyl 4.8L, 8 Cyl 5.3L, 8 Cyl 6.0L
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Chevrolet Express Water Pump Assembly
Part Number: 12637105
- Other Name: Pump Assembly, Water ; Pump, Engine Coolant; Water Pump
- Replaces: 97372515, 98098889, 98031233
$220.60 MSRP: $437.69
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2006-2016 Chevrolet Express | 1 TON CARGO EXPRESS, 1 TON CARGO SAVANA, 1 TON COMMERCIAL/RV CUTAWAY, 1 TON PASSENGER, 3/4 TON CARGO EXPRESS, 3/4 TON CARGO SAVANA, 3/4 TON PASSENGER EXPRESS, 3/4 TON PASSENGER SAVANA | 8 Cyl 6.6L Diesel
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Chevrolet Express Engine Coolant Pump Kit
Part Number: 89060527
- Other Name: Pump Kit,Water; Water Pump, Water Pump Assembly
- Replaces: 12532528, 89017748, 12528917
$210.59 MSRP: $417.83
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1996-2014 Chevrolet Express | 1 TON CARGO EXPRESS, 1 TON COMMERCIAL/RECREATIONAL VEHICLE EXPRESS, 1 TON PASSENGER, 1/2 TON CARGO EXPRESS, 1/2 TON CARGO SAVANA, 1/2 TON PASSENGER EXPRESS, 1/2 TON PASSENGER SAVANA, 3/4 TON CARGO EXPRESS, 3/4 TON PASSENGER EXPRESS | 6 Cyl 4.3L, 8 Cyl 5.0L, 8 Cyl 5.7L
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Chevrolet Express Water Pump Kit
Part Number: 12681417
- Other Name: Pump Kit, Water; Water Pump
- Replaced by: 19434033
- Replaces: 19208815
$282.99 MSRP: $509.90
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2007-2020 Chevrolet Express | 1 TON CARGO EXPRESS, 1 TON CARGO SAVANA, 1 TON COMMERCIAL/RV CUTAWAY, 1 TON PASSENGER, 1/2 TON CARGO EXPRESS, 1/2 TON CARGO SAVANA, 1/2 TON PASSENGER EXPRESS, 1/2 TON PASSENGER SAVANA, 3/4 TON CARGO EXPRESS, 3/4 TON CARGO SAVANA, 3/4 TON PASSENGER EXPRESS, 3/4 TON PASSENGER SAVANA | 8 Cyl 4.8L, 8 Cyl 4.8L Flex, 8 Cyl 5.3L, 8 Cyl 5.3L Flex, 8 Cyl 6.0L, 8 Cyl 6.0L Flex
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Chevrolet Express Pump Assembly, Wat
Part Number: 12707676
- Other Name: Water Pump, Water Pump Assembly
- Replaced by: 12717097
$244.08 MSRP: $484.28
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2018-2021 Chevrolet Express | 1 TON CARGO EXPRESS, 1 TON COMMERCIAL/RV CUTAWAY, 1 TON PASSENGER, 3/4 TON CARGO EXPRESS, 3/4 TON PASSENGER EXPRESS | 6 Cyl 4.3L
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Chevrolet Express Water Pump Assembly
Part Number: 12645126
- Other Name: Pump Assembly, Water; Water Pump
$157.53 MSRP: $297.20
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2017-2021 Chevrolet Express | 1 TON CARGO EXPRESS, 1 TON PASSENGER, 3/4 TON CARGO EXPRESS, 3/4 TON PASSENGER EXPRESS | 4 Cyl 2.8L Diesel
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Chevrolet Express Pump Kit, Wat
Part Number: 12708487
- Other Name: Water Pump
- Replaces: 12456326, 12527759, 19168601
$215.19 MSRP: $512.34
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1996-2000 Chevrolet Express | 1 TON CARGO EXPRESS, 1 TON COMMERCIAL/RECREATIONAL VEHICLE EXPRESS, 1 TON PASSENGER | 8 Cyl 7.4L
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Chevrolet Express Engine Coolant Pump Kit
Part Number: 19168610
- Other Name: Pump Kit,Water; Water Pump, Water Pump Assembly
- Replaces: 88894036, 12530176, 12534772
$198.48 MSRP: $393.77
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1996-1998 Chevrolet Express | 1 TON CARGO EXPRESS, 1 TON COMMERCIAL/RECREATIONAL VEHICLE EXPRESS, 1 TON PASSENGER, 3/4 TON CARGO EXPRESS, 3/4 TON PASSENGER EXPRESS | 8 Cyl 6.5L Diesel
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Chevrolet Express Engine Coolant Pump Kit
Part Number: 19168609
- Other Name: Pump Kit,Water; Water Pump
- Replaces: 88894035, 12456231
$184.53 MSRP: $439.36
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1999 Chevrolet Express | 1 TON CARGO EXPRESS, 1 TON COMMERCIAL/RECREATIONAL VEHICLE EXPRESS, 1 TON PASSENGER, 3/4 TON CARGO EXPRESS, 3/4 TON PASSENGER EXPRESS | 8 Cyl 6.5L Diesel
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Chevrolet Express Pump Assembly, Wat
Part Number: 12707680
- Other Name: Water Pump
- Replaced by: 12725728
$246.87 MSRP: $489.82
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2021 Chevrolet Express | 1 TON CARGO EXPRESS, 1 TON COMMERCIAL/RV CUTAWAY, 1 TON PASSENGER, 3/4 TON CARGO EXPRESS, 3/4 TON PASSENGER EXPRESS
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Chevrolet Express Water Pump Kit
Part Number: 12685964
- Other Name: Pump Kit, Wat; Water Pump
- Replaces: 89017773, 89017694, 88893907
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2001-2002 Chevrolet Express | 1 TON CARGO EXPRESS, 1 TON COMMERCIAL/RECREATIONAL VEHICLE EXPRESS, 1 TON PASSENGER | 8 Cyl 8.1L
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Chevrolet Express Water Pump Parts Questions & Answers

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Q: What are the ways to check the operation of a water pump on an engine for Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana?
A: Water pump failure can lead to overheating, there are several ways to check the operation of the water pump while it is installed on the engine. Excessive bearing wear can be identified by attempting to move the water pump pulley horizontally or vertically. To replace the water pump, the coolant must be drained and various components such as the air cleaner assembly, radiator shroud, fan/clutch assembly, and drive removed. The specific steps for removal and installation vary depending on the engine type. Coolant should be added to the specified level and the coolant level checked. Also, it is important to bleed the cooling system of air and check for any coolant leaks around the water pump and hoses.