I am loosing water from bearing and shaft assembly behind the fan hub of the water pump. The motor is 4.2lt. There is minor play when I move the fan from side to side which tells me that the shaft and seals are worn or damaged. I have booked my car in to have a new water pump installed for this Monday. The mechanic is only 1.5km away. My fear is that the water pump will fail causing the fan to damage under my bonnet or the pump rotor causing damage to timing cover.
My question is: can I disconnect the fan drive belt to drive to mechanic without causing other issues?
I appreciate your help.