Gates 42134 Water Pump OE Replacement for 94-05 Mazda / Kia 1.6-1.8 L

Vehicle Fitment

• 1994-2005 Mazda Miata (1.8 L 4-cyl)
• 1994-1996 Mazda MX-3 (1.6 L 4-cyl)
• 1995-1998 Mazda Protege (1.5 L / 1.8 L 4-cyl)
• 1995-1997 Kia Sephia (1.6 L / 1.8 L 4-cyl)

Features

• OE-exact replacement water pump matching original cooling-system specifications
• Durable cast-aluminum housing for corrosion resistance and light weight
• Cast-iron (or stamped-steel) impeller designed for efficient coolant flow and long service life
• Accessory-belt driven - compatible with stock belt drive systems (not timing-belt driven)
• Includes full sealing kit: gaskets and O-ring for leak-free installation
• Undergoes 100% leakage and bearing tests for quality assurance and reliability
• Direct-fit design - no modification needed for listed vehicle applications
• OE-replacement quality - suitable for routine maintenance or OEM-pump replacement

Specifications

• Part Number: 42134
• Housing Material: Cast Aluminum
• Impeller Material: Cast Iron (or stamped-steel per variant)
• Drive Type: Accessory Belt (non-timing belt)
• Pulley Included: No - use OEM pulley
• Includes: Water Pump, 2 Gaskets, L-shaped Gasket, O-ring
• Condition: New, OE-replacement standard

Included Components

• 1x Gates 42134 Water Pump (housing + impeller + bearing/seal assembly)
• 2x Gaskets
• 1x L-shaped Gasket
• 1x O-ring seal

Product Description

The Gates 42134 Water Pump is a premium OE-replacement cooling system component manufactured to restore or maintain proper coolant circulation in compatible Mazda and Kia 4-cyl engines from the mid-1990s to mid-2000s. Its cast-aluminum housing delivers corrosion resistance and durability without excess weight, while the robust iron impeller provides effective coolant flow and long-term reliability. The pump is accessory-belt driven, matching the original layout of listed vehicles - ensuring a straightforward, bolt-on installation when replacing a worn or leaking OEM pump.

This water pump comes with a complete sealing kit (gaskets and O-ring), and each unit is leak- and bearing-tested before leaving the factory. It's an ideal choice for routine maintenance, coolant-system overhaul, or restoring cooling performance after a pump failure. For mechanics or enthusiasts working on 94-05 Miata, '95-98 Protege, '94-96 MX-3, or '95-97 Kia Sephia, the Gates 42134 offers dependable, OEM-level performance and peace of mind when replacing aging water pumps.