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Subject: WATER PUMP COOLANT LEAK | Bulletin No: 01-016/16 |
Last Issued: 08/26/2016 |
BULLETIN NOTE
This bulletin supersedes the previously issued bulletin(s) listed below: The changes are noted in Red beside the change bars.
Previously issued TSBs: | Date issued: |
01-004/09 | 02/03/2009 |
APPLICABLE MODEL(S)/VINS
2004-2017 Mazda3 | 2016-2017 Mazda CX-3 | 2007-2017 Mazda CX-9 |
2006-2015 Mazda5 | 2013-2017 Mazda CX-5 | 2004-2005 Mazda Miata |
2003-2017 Mazda6 | 2007-2012 Mazda CX-7 | 2006-2017 Mazda MX-5 |
DESCRIPTION
There is a concern that some water pumps are being replaced that are not faulty, due to signs of a very small coolant leak from the bleed hole. This Service Bulletin is to inform you about the water pump sealing mechanism and the criteria if replacement is necessary or not.
Normal Water Pump coolant seepage | |
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A mechanical seal (A) is used for the water pump. This mechanical seal can seal coolant (B) by sliding a mating ring (C) against a seal ring (D). When the sliding surface temperature of the mechanical seal is more than 248 °F (120 °C) while driving, a small amount of steam (E) is leaked and bleeds through the bleeding hole (F). After drying, the steam leaves a green coolant deposit near the water pump bleed hole (F). This is a normal condition and does not require water pump replacement. The water pump should only be replaced if there is an accumulation of crystallized coolant near the bleed hole.
Bleed hole (F) is located under water pump | Dried coolant steam shows as green-color deposit at bleed hole. |
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Water Pump Samples: | |
GOOD No accumulation of crystallized coolant. DO NOT replace the water pump. |
NG Accumulation of crystallized coolant near the bleed hole (F). Replace the water pump. |
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REPAIR PROCEDURE
- Verify customer concern.
- Verify repair.
01-016-16-3220
01-016/16
https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=10092584
https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2016/SB-10092584-6903.pdf
- UNSURPASSED FREEZE PROTECTION AND ANTI-BOIL PERFORMANCE outperforms industry standards.Fit Type: Universal
- PHOSPHATE ADDITIVES SAFEGUARD AGAINST CORROSION, SCALE AND RUST while protecting all cooling system metals (including aluminum)
- HIGH-QUALITY ADDITIVES PROTECT AGAINST LEAKS and won’t harm gaskets, hoses, plastics or original vehicle finish
- PRE-MIXED GREEN FORMULA IS READY-TO-USE in a 50/50 ratio with deionized water to protect all modern engine components from winter freezing (-34F) and summer boiling (265F).
- 1 GALLON ENGINE ANTIFREEZE/COOLANT: Fully compatible with other extended life antifreeze/coolants. This item contains a bittering agent called Denatonium Benzoate.
- PROTECTS: Advanced formulation prevents rust & corrosion protecting all engine cooling system components
- DESIGNED FOR ASIAN VEHICLES: Recommended for use with Hyundai, Infiniti, Kia, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Subaru, and Suzuki vehicles that require a GREEN Phosphate-enhanced Organic acid technology (POAT) formula
- GUARANTEED: When installed as part of a complete flush and fill, PEAK guarantees this coolant will provide service life protection of up to 150,000 miles or 5 years.
- CONCENTRATED FORMULA: Ideal for flushing, filling, or topping off your cooling system
- CONTAINS ALUGARD PLUS FOR COMPATIBLITY WITH ALL ETHYLNE GLYCOL-BASED COOLANTS in automobiles and light duty trucks.Fit Type: Universal
- FIGHTS CORROSION, SCALING AND RUST while protecting all cooling system metals (including aluminum)
- HIGH-QUALITY ADDITIVES PROTECT AGAINST LEAKS and won’t harm gaskets, hoses, plastics or original vehicle finish
- PRE-MIXED YELLOW FORMULA IS READY-TO-USE in a 50/50 ratio with deionized water to protect all modern engine components from winter freezing (-34F) and summer boiling (265F).
- To use it in all makes and models designed to use ASTM D3306
- 1 GALLON ENGINE ANTIFREEZE/COOLANT: Fully compatible with other extended life antifreeze/coolants. This item contains a bittering agent called Denatonium Benzoate.
- PROTECTS: Advanced formulation prevents rust & corrosion protecting all engine cooling system components
- DESIGNED FOR ASIAN VEHICLES: Recommended for use with Lexus, Scion, and Toyota vehicles that require a RED/PINK Phosphate-Enhanced Organic Acid Technology (POAT) formula
- GUARANTEED: When installed as part of a complete flush and fill, PEAK guarantees this coolant will provide service life protection up to 150,000 miles or 5 years.
- 50/50 PREDILUTED FOR QUICK TOP OFFS: Already diluted to make topping off your cooling system a breeze
- Pentofrost A2 50/50 Prediluted is a ready-to-use Antifreeze/Coolant for select Asian vehicles that specify 'green' Antifreeze/Coolant - just pour and go, no dilution necessary
- Pentofrost A2 Prediluted is guaranteed to prevent lime formation, protect against corrosion and cavitation, and will never foam
- Formulated with phosphates and organic salts that protect all materials and components used in Asian vehicle cooling systems
- Contains no silicate, borate, nitrite, or amine additives since they can cause cooling system damage in these applications
- OE Reference Numbers: Kia/Hyundai: 00232-19010; Mazda: 0000-77-501E-02; Mitsubishi: MZ311986; Nissan/Infiniti: 999MP-AF000P; Subaru: SOA868V9210; Suzuki: 99951-50000
- Universal formula for both automotive and heavy duty diesel engines
- Excellent heat transfer properties and superior anti-foam characteristics
- Superior corrosion protection for aluminum, brass, copper, solder, steel, and cast iron
- Compatible with cooling system filters; heavy duty diesel supplemental coolant additives; conventional brands of coolant
- Pre-diluted with 50/50 ratio of antifreeze to deionized water
- Provides protection down to -34 degree fahrenheit
- Helps prevent rust and corrosion
- A patented organic acid corrosion inhibitor package to provide extended engine protection against rust and corrosion
- Contains 30 – 50 ppm of denatonium benzoate as a bittering agent
- 1 Gallon Jug of Prestone AF2100 Antifreeze
- 1 ANF Brands Sponge
- Compatible with all vehicles, including all makes, models, years, and fluid colors; supports OAT, POAT, HOAT & IAT.
- Provides antifreeze protection down to -34°F and antiboil/overheat protection up to +265°F.
- Ready to Use Formula: Prediluted 50/50 solution. contains a bittering agent.
- PREDILUTED ANTIFREEZE AND COOLANT: Efficient formula is compatible with all vehicle cooling systems, providing fast-acting and long-lasting protection on all cooling system metals against rust and corrosion
- NON-ABRASIVE FORMULA: Created with Organic Acid Technology, this ethylene glycol-based coolant formula is compatible with other antifreeze and coolant formulations. This item contains a bittering agent called Denatonium Benzoate.
- ALL VEHICLE: Versatile and formulated for use in all American, Asian, and European automobiles including cars and low/medium to heavy duty trucks of all makes, models, and years
- SAFE FOR FILLS AND TOP-OFFS: The amber color will not effect the antifreeze currently in your cooling system
- LIFETIME PERFORMANCE: Provides cooling system protection for your automobile's entire lifetime with proper maintenance
- Application: Newer model foreign cars and light duty trucks
- Recommended for: Hyundai, Infiniti, Isuzu, Kia, Mazda, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Subaru, Acura, Honda, Suzuki
- Meets or exceeds performance requirements ASTM D3306 and JIS K2234
- Recommended change interval: 250,000 km or 5 years service protection. For best results, do not mix with conventional high pH, borate or silicate based antifreeze/coolant.
- Product contains bitterant
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