I'm going to assume this question is concerning a domestic water well pump.
First , if there are any whining, or screeching noises, or smell of hot wires -then it is definitely NOT okay ! - Switch it off and fix.
- Inspect for any leaks while running. Feel motor to ensure it's not too hot, check output pressure on gauge, finally use a 'clamp-on' ammeter on motor to ensure it's pulling recommended amps while under load.
Be careful with electricity AND moving parts !
If water does not flow through your pump while the pump is operating the pump will "loose prime" what remaining water in the pump will boil from the friction of the impellor spinning, this will turn the water to steam and melt the plastic parts. Also known as the pump has "Dry Run"
Check the coolant levels. Insure that the cooling fan turns on when its supposed to, and the thermostat is not stuck closed. Make sure that the water pump is operating correctly.
the watetr pump will be noisy will leak water at water pump weep hole and motor will overheat. there is three ways to check water pump first with engine at normal temperature squeeze radiator top hose if water pump is okay you will feel a pressure surge as hose is released check for liquid leak at water pump and lastly grab water pump pulley and check for play if it is loose it will be noisy when running
the impeller of the pump, discharges the water of a steam or air or electric driven pumps.
If the water pump locks up, the impeller shaft is bent, or the water pump pulley is loose yes.
Not installed properly? operating water pump in reverse direction?
water pump will sit on engine with lower radiator hose inlet to the left, make sure you dont have a "long water pump", it wont work, 350 is a "short water pump"
The water pump is located behind the water pump pulley. The water pump pulley is the smooth pulley at the top closest to the front of the car. It is held in place by 4 bolts with 8mm heads. The pump is held in place with 5 bolts. Warm the engine to operating temperature before removing the bolts or they may break off causing you greif.
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No. A bad water pump can make a rumble noise and leak coolant which may lead to the engine overheating.
no but if you try to run the car with the water pump out you could overheat your engine