Can the car still be driven if the water pump is broken?

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Zachary
07/24/25 7:31am
The car cannot be driven if the water pump is broken. A water pump is a mechanical device that transports or pressurizes liquids. It transfers the mechanical energy of the prime mover or other external energy to the liquid, thereby increasing the liquid's energy. It is mainly used to transport liquids including water, oil, acid, alkali, emulsion, suspension, and liquid metal. It can also transport mixtures of liquids and gases, as well as liquids containing suspended solids. The technical parameters of a water pump's performance include flow rate, suction head, delivery head, shaft power, water power, efficiency, etc. Depending on the working principle, water pumps can be classified into positive displacement pumps and vane pumps. Positive displacement pumps use changes in the volume of their working chambers to transfer energy, while vane pumps use the interaction between rotating vanes and water to transfer energy, including types such as centrifugal pumps, axial flow pumps, and mixed flow pumps.
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NadiaAnn
08/11/25 3:13am
As a seasoned driver with years of experience, I once encountered a situation where the water pump failed. At the time, I thought I could luckily drive home, but halfway there, the engine started smoking, and it cost me several thousand dollars to tow and repair. The water pump is the core of the car's cooling system. Once it fails, the coolant stops circulating, causing the engine temperature to skyrocket. Within minutes, the engine can overheat and sustain damage, even ruining the head gasket. The risk of continuing to drive is extremely high, and you might even break down on the highway, endangering your safety. I recommend pulling over immediately and contacting roadside assistance to tow the car to a professional shop for inspection. During routine maintenance, regularly checking the water pump seals and belt wear can help identify issues early and avoid such troubles. Cars are designed to rely on cooling—don’t risk driving to save time.
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