Can You Still Drive If the Car Water Pump Is Broken?

[LeCarlos]

You should not drive if the car water pump is broken. The reasons for its failure include: 1. Coolant leakage, causing the water pump seal ring to age; 2. An overly tight engine combination belt can lead to premature wear of the water pump; 3. The water pump has reached its service life but has not been replaced for a long time; 4. The water pump shaft is bent, the shaft neck is worn, or the shaft end thread is damaged; 5. The blades on the impeller are broken, or the impeller's center hole is worn; 6. The wear level of the water seal and bakelite gasket; 7. A faulty water pump can lead to poor circulation, resulting in overheating, which may cause the water pump to leak or the blades to break, further worsening circulation; 8. Not replacing the antifreeze for a long time, leading to internal corrosion and ultimately damaging the water pump.