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The automotive water pump is a crucial component in vehicles designed to circulate coolant or antifreeze to maintain a stable engine temperature. Typically made of metal, the water pump's primary function is to draw coolant from the radiator and pump it into the engine, then return heated coolant back to the radiator for the cooling cycle. The water pump is usually driven by a rotating impeller, generating the power needed to intake and pump out the coolant. Proper functioning of the water pump is essential for keeping the engine within the appropriate operating temperature range, making regular inspection and maintenance of the water pump a critical step in ensuring optimal engine performance and longevity.