Water pump and pas pump

[PositronicRay]

I think I know the answer but here goes anyway.

No leaks, heating and cooling OK, but I can feel a little movement on the water pump, both horizontally and laterally. It's only about 4 yrs 16000 miles old, not OEM but a reputable brand.

Is it goosed?

The PAS pump has a little lateral movement but no horizontal movement, I think it's always been like this so probably OK.

[normalbloke]

What runs around the water pump, timing belt or aux?

[PositronicRay]

normalbloke said:

What runs around the water pump, timing belt or aux?

Auxiliary.

[normalbloke]

If in doubt, there is no doubt. Swap it out.

[GreenV8S]

There shouldn't be noticeable radial play in the bearing. If there is, the seal will probably wear out faster than normal, eventually leading to a leak. Up to you whether you wait for that to happen or replace it pre-emptively.

[PositronicRay]

Thanks, remarkably cheap from a marque specialist (£85 as opposed to £350 from MB)

So I'll pop one on, just a pita to fit.