{"product_id":"performance-water-pump-kit-for-buick-encore-2013-2017-1-4l","title":"Performance Water Pump Kit for Buick Encore (2013-2017) 1.4L","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: clamp(18px, 3vw, 21px); margin-bottom: 15px; line-height: 1.3;\"\u003eHeavy-Duty Performance Water Pump Kit for 2013-2017 Buick Encore (Gamma II)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it Does:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Performance Water Pump Kit replaces the leak-prone factory pump and composite housing on the 2013-2017 Buick Encore to restore optimal coolant circulation and prevent catastrophic thermal runaway.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Stock Buick Encore Cooling System Weakness\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFactory cooling systems on the \u003cstrong\u003eGamma II\u003c\/strong\u003e Buick Encore 1.4L turbo are plagued by high-temperature cycling fatigue. The factory mechanical water pump bearing seals deteriorate prematurely under continuous pressure, resulting in slow shaft weepage and eventual bearing seizure. Compounding this, the original composite thermostat housing assembly suffers from plastic embrittlement caused by constant heat soak from the adjacent turbocharger manifold. Over time, hairline cracks develop along the outlet neck and gasket mating flanges, leading to persistent pressurized coolant loss, engine overheating, and risk of cylinder head warpage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Engineering Solution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis comprehensive replacement kit pairs a heavy-duty mechanical water pump with a reinforced thermostat housing assembly to deliver long-term thermal reliability. The water pump features an upgraded internal shaft bearing and high-durometer mechanical face seal designed to withstand prolonged engine speeds and elevated coolant system pressures. The kit includes a pre-assembled thermostat housing engineered to exact OE flow tolerances, accompanied by a heavy-gauge stamped metal water pump gasket and an oil-and-glycol-resistant rubber seal. These matching components eliminate microscopic surface gaps against the engine block, mitigating thermal expansion leaks and maintaining consistent operating temperatures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 Water Pump\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 Thermostat Housing Assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 Water Pump Gasket\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 Rubber Seal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"border-collapse: collapse; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; font-size: 14px; min-width: 300px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eFitment\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e2013-2017 Buick Encore\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eEngine \/ Chassis\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1.4L Turbo (LUV \/ A14NET)\u003c\/strong\u003e \/ \u003cstrong\u003eGamma II\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eStock Output\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e138 hp \/ 148 lb-ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eReplaces OEM Part #\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e25192709\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e55561623\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e55579016\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e55593034\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2013 Buick Encore 1.4L Turbo FWD\/AWD\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2014 Buick Encore 1.4L Turbo FWD\/AWD\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2015 Buick Encore 1.4L Turbo FWD\/AWD\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2016 Buick Encore 1.4L Turbo FWD\/AWD\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2017 Buick Encore 1.4L Turbo FWD\/AWD\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions \u0026amp; Fitment Warnings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes this fit the Gamma II Encore?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, this is a direct fit for the 2013-2017 Buick Encore equipped with the \u003cstrong\u003e1.4L Turbo LUV\u003c\/strong\u003e engine. Verify engine displacement and turbo configuration before ordering, as it does not fit naturally aspirated non-turbo regional variants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eDo I need to bleed the cooling system after installing this kit?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, thorough vacuum bleeding or elevated burping of the cooling circuit is required to purge air pockets trapped in the heater core and turbocharger cooling lines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Buick Reliability Standard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt to meet or exceed OEM operational tolerances, this kit restores reliable, leak-free thermal regulation across all daily driving and forced-induction duty cycles without check-engine lights or temperature spikes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VelocityMax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67545081086200,"sku":"DS-EEF5AUYFI","price":73.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/1290\/2648\/files\/performance-water-pump-kit-for-buick-encore-2013-2017-1-4l-1.jpg?v=1790716145","url":"https:\/\/performancechiptuning.com\/fr\/products\/performance-water-pump-kit-for-buick-encore-2013-2017-1-4l","provider":"Performance Chip Tuning","version":"1.0","type":"link"}