Water Pump: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2001 Mazda Millenia and 2001 Mazda 626. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Disconnect negative battery cable. Drain cooling system. Remove timing belt. See TIMING BELT . Remove idler pulleys for timing belt (if necessary). Remove No. 3 engine mount bracket located above water pump on cylinder block. Remove retaining bolts, water pump and "O" ring seal.