New Gates water pump for Ford Explorer, Ford Flex, Ford Taurus, Ford Police Interceptor (sedan and utility), and Lincoln MKT with the 3.5L V6 engine -- including EcoBoost turbocharged and naturally aspirated variants. Gates part number 44318. OEM cross-reference: DG1Z-8501-D. 1-year manufacturer warranty. Fits gasoline and flex-fuel applications. California Prop 65 Warning applies. The 3.5L EcoBoost (GTDI) is a high-output turbocharged V6 used across multiple Ford and Lincoln platforms. The water pump is a critical cooling system component that circulates coolant through the engine and radiator. On turbocharged engines, proper coolant circulation is especially important to manage heat generated by forced induction. Symptoms of a failing water pump include coolant leaks from the pump body, b.
