What are the consequences of a failure in the water pump and how can it be inspected for leaks and wear on 2003 Mazda Protege?

The overheating caused by failure of water pump can lead to serious damage on the engine and this will require replacement. Begin with the removal of timing belt cover. Check the weep holes of the pump and the bearing at the shaft. A howling noise can be a sign of bearing failure, but not drive belt slippage.

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2003 Mazda Protege Water Pump Part Number: 8AG9-15-010
$111.11 MSRP: $148.18
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Pump, Water; Water Pump Assembly
- Replaced by: FS01-15-010F
- Item Weight: 3.30 Pounds
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 8AG9-15-010
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mazda's factory warranty.
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Fits the following 2003 Mazda Protege Submodels:
- DX, ES, LX, Mazdaspeed, MP3 | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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2003 Mazda Protege Water Pump Part Number: FS01-15-010F
$111.11 MSRP: $148.18
You Save: $37.07 (26%)
Ships in 1-2 Business Days
ADD TO CART
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Pump, Water
- Replaces: 8AG9-15-010
- Item Weight: 3.30 Pounds
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: FS01-15-010F
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mazda's factory warranty.
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Fits the following 2003 Mazda Protege Submodels:
- DX, ES, LX, Mazdaspeed, MP3 | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS

2003 Mazda Protege Water Pump Parts and Q&A

Q: What are the consequences of a failure in the water pump and how can it be inspected for leaks and wear on 2003 Mazda Protege?
A: The overheating caused by failure of water pump can lead to serious damage on the engine and this will require replacement. Begin with the removal of timing belt cover. Check the weep holes of the pump and the bearing at the shaft. A howling noise can be a sign of bearing failure, but not drive belt slippage.