If the water pump pulley is loose and making a high pitched sound the pump could be about to fail.
Water pump failure leads to the overheating situation. So, if your vehicle engine is overheating, then there is a chance you need to replace the water pump.
If you notice that steam is coming from your radiator, then it is the instant sign that your engine is overheating and it is not good to drive with overheating engine.
If you experience such a problem, contact one of our trained technicians as soon as possible.