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Change Car Water Pump

Easy 3h00–6h00 ~300–600£
Estimated time 3h00–6h00
Estimated labour cost ~300–600£
Difficulty Easy
Vehicles
626 1987-1992 2
  • 2.0 8V Petrol (FE)
  • 2.2i 12V Petrol (F2)
626 1992-1997 2
  • 2.0i 16V Petrol (FS)
  • 2.5i V6 24V Xerxes Petrol (KL)
626 1997-2003 1
  • 2.0 HP Petrol (FS)

What is the function of a Mazda 626 water pump?

The water pump circulates the coolant through the engine and radiators. Together with the thermostat, it maintains the engine within its operating temperature range. Most engines have a mechanical water pump driven by the timing belt or an accessory belt.

When should you change the Mazda 626 water pump?

If the water pump is driven by the timing belt, it is strongly recommended to replace it at the same time as the timing belt kit. Signs of failure include: coolant leak from the pump weep hole, grinding or whining noise, engine overheating.

Is it difficult to change the Mazda 626 water pump?

Difficulty level 2/5: technically easy if replaced as part of a timing belt kit change. If replaced independently, the timing belt must be removed and refitted, requiring engine timing tools.

4 models covered

Model Year Range Engines covered Fuel
626 1983-1987 1983-1987 2.0 8V Petrol (FE), 2.0i 8V GT Petrol (FE) Petrol
626 1987-1992 1987-1992 1.8 12V Petrol (F8), 2.0 8V Petrol (FE), 2.2i 12V Petrol (F2) Petrol
626 1992-1997 1992-1997 2.0i 16V Petrol (FS), 2.5i V6 24V Xerxes Petrol (KL) Petrol
626 1997-2003 1997-2003 2.0 HP Petrol (FS) Petrol