Mazda CX-5 Service & Repair Manual: Water Pump
Purpose, Function
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The water pump operates by obtaining drive force from the engine via the drive belt to pump engine coolant.
Construction
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The water pump is installed to the engine front.
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The water pump consists of the following parts:
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A hard plastic shroud impeller has been adopted to the impeller. As a result, leakage loss from the front and back surfaces of the impeller is reduced and the pump efficiency is improved.
Operation
1. The water pump pulley rotates by obtaining drive force from the engine via the drive belt.
2. The impeller with the water pump pulley and shaft connected rotates to pump engine coolant.
Water Pump Removal/Installation
WARNING:
Never remove the cooling system cap or loosen the radiator drain plug while
the engine is running, or when the engine and radiator are hot. Scalding engine
coolant and steam may ...
Cooling Fan Relay
Purpose, Function
The cooling fan relay operates by receiving the signal from the PCM to supply
power to the cooling fan motor.
Construction
The cooling fan relay is installed o ...
Other materials:
Electric Power Steering System
Outline
A column assist type EPS has been adopted for all models.
EPS provides smooth handling from low to high speeds as a result of the excellent
steering feel provided by the electronic control and the vehicle-speed responsive
control.
EPS does not require a power ste ...
Tire Pressure Warning Alarm
Purpose
The tire pressure warning alarm warns the user that a tire pressure has decreased
or notifies the user that the tire pressure warning alarm has been reset.
Function
If the instrument cluster receives a tire pressure warning alarm request
signal sent from the D ...
Crankshaft, Main Bearing
Purpose, Function
The crankshaft converts the reciprocating movement of the piston to a rotational
movement via the connecting rod.
The main bearing forms an oil film on the outer surface of the crankshaft
journal to prevent wear due to sliding.
Construction
Crankshaft
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