Apex AWP3097 Engine Water Pump Gasket

Engine Water Pump Gasket for Mazda MPV and 929

The Apex AWP3097 is an engine water pump gasket made for sealing the water pump mounting surface on select Mazda applications. It is a direct-fit sealing component for service work on 1988-1995 Mazda 929 and 1989-1998 Mazda MPV models.

Key Features

• Engine water pump gasket for cooling system service
• Fits 1989-1998 Mazda MPV, N/A
• Fits 1988-1995 Mazda 929, N/A
• Helps restore a proper seal between the water pump and engine
• Apex part number AWP3097 for catalog lookup and ordering

Product Details

Apex AWP3097 is used during water pump replacement or cooling system repair where a new gasket is needed to seal the pump to the engine. On Mazda MPV and Mazda 929 applications, the gasket helps maintain a tight sealing surface at the water pump flange, which is important for controlling coolant leakage and preserving system pressure. If you are searching for an engine water pump gasket for Mazda MPV 1989-1998 or Mazda 929 1988-1995, AWP3097 is the matching service part.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Coolant seepage at the water pump mounting area
• Loss of seal after water pump removal and reinstallation
• Service leaks found during cooling system repair
• Need for a replacement gasket during Mazda water pump maintenance
• Fitment lookup for Apex AWP3097 on Mazda MPV and Mazda 929

Installation Notes and Tips

Clean the mating surfaces thoroughly before installation and remove old gasket material, corrosion, and coolant residue. Verify the water pump and engine surfaces are flat and free of damage before assembly. Follow the vehicle service manual for torque sequence and coolant refill procedures after the repair.

Quality Assurance

Apex AWP3097 is cataloged as an engine water pump gasket for the listed Mazda applications and should be matched to the vehicle by year, make, and model before installation.