{"product_id":"water-pump-impeller-kit-fits-mercury-mariner-2-stroke-3-9hp-9-8hp-replaces-47-89981q1","title":"Water Pump Impeller Kit – Fits Mercury\/Mariner 2-Stroke 3.9HP-9.8HP (Replaces 47-89981Q1)","description":"\u003csection\u003e\n\u003c!-- 🔧 Table Styles (include only once per page) --\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  \/* Outer container allows horizontal scrolling (with iOS momentum) *\/\n  .ss-table-wrap { overflow-x:auto; -webkit-overflow-scrolling:touch; }\n\n  \/* Base table styles *\/\n  table.ss-table { width:100%; border-collapse:collapse; min-width:640px; }\n  table.ss-table th, table.ss-table td {\n    padding:10px 12px; border:1px solid #e5e7eb; text-align:left; vertical-align:top;\n  }\n\n  \/* Key: prevent wrapping, word breaks, and vertical text in headers *\/\n  table.ss-table th {\n    white-space:nowrap;       \/* Do not wrap *\/\n    word-break:normal;        \/* Don’t break words *\/\n    letter-spacing:normal;    \/* Prevent theme styles from stretching letters *\/\n    font-weight:600;\n    background:#f8fafc;\n  }\n\n  \/* Small screen optimization *\/\n  @media (max-width:480px){\n    table.ss-table th, table.ss-table td { padding:8px 10px; font-size:14px; }\n  }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis aftermarket \u003cstrong\u003eWater Pump Impeller Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e is a direct replacement for Mercury and Mariner 2-stroke outboard engines, including 3.9HP, 4HP, 4.5HP, 6HP, 7.5HP, and 9.8HP models. It is specifically designed for engines primarily from the 1970s and 1980s that utilize a driveshaft with a 0.456\" inner diameter connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis component serves as a direct interchange for Mercury OEM parts 47-89981Q1, 47-89981T1, and 89981T2, as well as aftermarket equivalents like Sierra 18-3039, GLM 12270, and Mallory 9-45035.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngineered for direct-fit installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstructed from durable neoprene rubber with a brass hub for corrosion resistance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes the essential impeller needed for a water pump rebuild.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePart Number Matrix\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse this matrix to confirm equivalent references across OEM and aftermarket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ss-table-wrap\"\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"ss-table\" aria-label=\"Part Number Matrix\"\u003e\n    \u003cthead\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003ePart Number\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/thead\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eMercury\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e47-89981Q1\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eMercury\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e47-89981T1\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eMercury\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e89981T2\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eSierra\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e18-3039\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eGLM\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e12270\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eMallory\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e9-45035\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eEngine \u0026amp; Model Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConfirm your engine model\/year in the table below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor Mercury engines, compatibility is often determined by the serial number range, which can indicate the manufacturing location (USA, Canada, Belgium, Australia) and production years. Please verify your serial number against the listed ranges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ss-table-wrap\"\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"ss-table\" aria-label=\"Engine \u0026amp; Model Compatibility\"\u003e\n    \u003cthead\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eRated HP\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eStroke\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eOEM Part No.\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eNotes\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/thead\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eMercury\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eOutboard (USA)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e4\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e2-Stroke\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e1974–1978\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e47-89981Q1\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eSerial Range: 4126460-5206549\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eMercury\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eOutboard (USA)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e7.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e2-Stroke\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e1974–1978\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e47-89981Q1\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eSerial Range: 4131610-5226934\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eMercury\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eOutboard (USA)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e4.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e2-Stroke\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e1975–1979\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e47-89981Q1\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eSerial Range: 4107220-5595531\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eMercury\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eOutboard (USA)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e9.8\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e2-Stroke\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e1979–1985\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e47-89981Q1\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eSerial Range: 5206550 \u0026amp; Up\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eMercury\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eOutboard (USA)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e7.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e2-Stroke\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e1979–1986\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e47-89981Q1\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eSerial Range: 5206550 \u0026amp; Up\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eMercury\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eOutboard (USA)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e4.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e2-Stroke\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e1980–1985\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e47-89981Q1\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eSerial Range: 5595532 \u0026amp; Up\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eMercury\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eOutboard (USA)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e4\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e2-Stroke\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e1982–1986\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e47-89981Q1\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eSerial Range: 5595532 \u0026amp; Up\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eMercury\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eOutboard (CAN)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e9.8\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e2-Stroke\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e1974–1978\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e47-89981Q1\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eSerial Range: 7049108-7125387\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eMercury\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eOutboard (CAN)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e7.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e2-Stroke\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e1974–1978\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e47-89981Q1\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eSerial Range: 7050206-7136037\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eMercury\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eOutboard (CAN)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e4.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e2-Stroke\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e1975–1979\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e47-89981Q1\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eSerial Range: 7045758-7147237\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eMercury\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eOutboard (CAN)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e9.8\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e2-Stroke\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e1979–1985\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e47-89981Q1\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eSerial Range: 7125388 \u0026amp; Up\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eMercury\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eOutboard (CAN)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e7.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e2-Stroke\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e1979–1986\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e47-89981Q1\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eSerial Range: 7125388 \u0026amp; Up\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eMercury\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eOutboard (CAN)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e4.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e2-Stroke\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e1980–1985\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e47-89981Q1\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eSerial Range: 7147238 \u0026amp; Up\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eMercury\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eOutboard (CAN)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e4\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e2-Stroke\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e1982–1986\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e47-89981Q1\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eSerial Range: 7143688 \u0026amp; Up\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n       \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eMercury\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eOutboard (BEL)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e9.8\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e2-Stroke\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e1974–1978\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e47-89981Q1\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eSerial Range: 9078139-9217755\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eMercury\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eOutboard (BEL)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e7.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e2-Stroke\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e1974–1978\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e47-89981Q1\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eSerial Range: 9079489-9219255\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eMercury\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eOutboard (BEL)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e4.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e2-Stroke\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e1975–1979\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e47-89981Q1\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eSerial Range: 9072179-9258280\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eMercury\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eOutboard (BEL)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e9.8\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e2-Stroke\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e1979–1985\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e47-89981Q1\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eSerial Range: 9217756 \u0026amp; Up\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eMercury\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eOutboard (BEL)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e7.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e2-Stroke\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e1979–1986\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e47-89981Q1\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eSerial Range: 9217756 \u0026amp; Up\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n       \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eMercury\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eOutboard (BEL)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e4.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e2-Stroke\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e1980–1985\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e47-89981Q1\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eSerial Range: 9258281 \u0026amp; Up\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eMercury\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eOutboard (BEL)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e4\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e2-Stroke\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e1982–1986\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e47-89981Q1\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eSerial Range: 9258281 \u0026amp; Up\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eMercury\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eOutboard (AUS)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e7.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e2-Stroke\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e1974–1977\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e47-89981Q1\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eSerial Range: 8028840-8058019\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eMercury\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eOutboard (AUS)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e9.8\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e2-Stroke\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e1974–1978\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e47-89981Q1\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eSerial Range: 8028440-8057554\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eMercury\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eOutboard (AUS)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e4.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e2-Stroke\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e1975–1979\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e47-89981Q1\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eSerial Range: 8026540-8068064\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eMercury\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eOutboard (AUS)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e9.8\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e2-Stroke\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e1979–1985\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e47-89981Q1\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eSerial Range: 8057545 \u0026amp; Up\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eMercury\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eOutboard (AUS)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e7.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e2-Stroke\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e1979–1986\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e47-89981Q1\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eSerial Range: 8057545 \u0026amp; Up\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eMercury\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eOutboard (AUS)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e4.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e2-Stroke\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e1980–1985\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e47-89981Q1\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eSerial Range: 8068065 \u0026amp; Up\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eMercury\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eOutboard (AUS)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e4\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e2-Stroke\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e1982–1986\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e47-89981Q1\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eSerial Range: 8068065 \u0026amp; Up\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdl\u003e\n  \u003cdt\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eWater Pump Impeller Kit\u003c\/dd\u003e\n  \u003cdt\u003eInstallation\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eDirect replacement\u003c\/dd\u003e\n  \u003cdt\u003eConnection\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003e0.456\" ID (Driveshaft)\u003c\/dd\u003e\n  \u003cdt\u003eDimensions\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003e32mm diameter × 14.4mm height (1.26\" × 0.57\")\u003c\/dd\u003e\n  \u003cdt\u003eWeight\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003e11g (0.458 oz)\u003c\/dd\u003e\n  \u003cdt\u003eMaterial\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eNeoprene rubber with brass hub\u003c\/dd\u003e\n  \u003cdt\u003eNumber of Blades\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003e6\u003c\/dd\u003e\n  \u003cdt\u003eWarranty\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003e90 Days (Aftermarket)\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat’s in the Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 x Water Pump Impeller \u003cspan style=\"color:#d0021b;\"\u003e(47-89981Q1\/47-89981T1\/89981T2)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDisconnect the battery and ensure the engine is off.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRemove the lower unit (gearcase) from the outboard motor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLocate and unbolt the water pump housing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRemove the old impeller, noting the direction of the blades.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eClean the housing interior and inspect it for wear or damage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eInstall the new impeller, using a slight twisting motion in the direction of engine rotation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eApply a marine-grade lubricant to the housing and impeller.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eReassemble the water pump housing and torque bolts to manufacturer specifications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eReinstall the lower unit, ensuring all connections are secure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStart the engine in a water supply and verify water is exiting the tell-tale port.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTroubleshooting \u0026amp; FAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003eHow do I confirm this impeller fits my specific Mercury engine?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe most reliable method is to match your engine's serial number to the ranges listed in the compatibility table. While HP and year are good indicators, serial numbers provide definitive application data.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003eWhat is the difference between this 0.456\" ID impeller and similar models?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThis impeller has a 0.456-inch inner diameter for the driveshaft. A similar part (47-89980) exists with a 0.438-inch ID for other applications. It is critical to measure your driveshaft or old impeller to ensure you purchase the correct one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003eHow often should I replace my water pump impeller?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eAs a general maintenance rule, it is recommended to replace your impeller every 1-2 years or every 100-200 hours of use, whichever comes first. This interval can change based on operating conditions (e.g., saltwater vs. freshwater).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003eWhat are the signs of a failing impeller?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eCommon symptoms include the engine overheating at idle or low speeds, a weak or non-existent water stream from the \"tell-tale\" outlet, and a dry, cracked, or brittle appearance on the old impeller upon inspection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003eIs a new water pump housing required for installation?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThis kit includes only the impeller. You should always inspect the water pump housing for scoring, warping, or corrosion. If significant wear is present, the housing should be replaced to ensure a proper seal and efficient cooling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003eWhat materials are used in this impeller?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eIt is made from a durable, high-quality neoprene rubber compound designed for marine environments, with a solid brass hub for a secure fit on the driveshaft and resistance to corrosion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003eOEM vs. Aftermarket?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThis listing is an aftermarket replacement (not OEM). Built to OEM-level specifications with comparable materials. Manufactured in an ISO 9002 facility, batch-inspected for consistency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003eShipping speed \u0026amp; cost?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eWe ship worldwide quickly—typical transit 5–15 days. Standard shipping is free; expedited options appear at checkout where available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003eWarranty \u0026amp; returns?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eCovered by a 1-year warranty against manufacturing defects under normal use. If issues arise, contact support with your order details. Returns are accepted within our standard window (unused \u0026amp; in original condition). See our policy page or reach out for instructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSafety \u0026amp; Important Info\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVerify images\/specifications vs your original part. If anything differs—even if your model appears compatible—do not purchase.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThis is an aftermarket replacement, not an OEM component.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eProfessional installation is recommended for safety and performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout Sea Sierra\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePro-Grade Standards\u003c\/strong\u003e — We supply marine parts engineered to OEM-level tolerances and tested for real-world conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast Global Fulfillment\u003c\/strong\u003e — Free standard delivery to most regions in 5–15 days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer-Direct Value\u003c\/strong\u003e — Fair pricing without compromising on materials or QC.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"SeaSierra","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50723963994427,"sku":"KZ-9H1V-WL1K","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/8673\/8747\/files\/KZ-9H1V-WL1K.png?v=1763038527","url":"https:\/\/seasierra.com\/products\/water-pump-impeller-kit-fits-mercury-mariner-2-stroke-3-9hp-9-8hp-replaces-47-89981q1","provider":"SeaSierra","version":"1.0","type":"link"}