{"product_id":"sierra-18-3097-water-pump-impeller-for-suzuki-dt-df-outboards-replaces-oem-17461-98501-6-fin-neoprene-fits-dt2-dt8-df4-df6","title":"Sierra 18-3097 Neoprene Water Pump Impeller, Replaces Suzuki 17461-98501, for DF4\/DF6, DT2-DT8 Outboards","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Sierra 18-3097 is a neoprene water pump impeller with 6 fins, built as a direct replacement for the impeller used in a range of Suzuki outboard motors. It is the wear component inside your outboard's water pump that draws in raw water to cool the engine, and it is one of the most common maintenance parts on any outboard since neoprene fins lose flexibility and cooling efficiency over time, especially if the engine is ever run dry even briefly. Replacing the impeller on the recommended service interval helps prevent overheating and the more expensive damage that can follow, such as a cracked water pump housing or a scored driveshaft.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis impeller is designed for use in Suzuki DF4\/DF6, DT2, DT3.5, DT4, DT5, DT6, and DT8 outboard engines. It is sold as a single impeller, one per package, and is intended to be installed as part of a water pump service along with the associated pump housing, gasket, and wear plate. It is also referenced for use with Sierra's 18-3259, 18-3260, and 18-3266 water pump kits and repair kit when a full pump rebuild is being performed rather than an impeller-only swap. Each Sierra part is built to meet or exceed the specification of the original equipment part it replaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sierra\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Part Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18-3097\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Impeller\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Neoprene\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFin Count:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6 fins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e White\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.03 pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePackage Quantity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 impeller per package\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Suzuki outboard motors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUPC:\u003c\/strong\u003e 808282258719\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFitment\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuzuki DF4, DF6 (2003-2019)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuzuki DT2 (1977-97)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuzuki DT3.5 (1979-84)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuzuki DT4 (1985-98)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuzuki DT5 (1978-01)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuzuki DT6 (1984-02)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuzuki DT8 (1980-87)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eReplaces (OEM)\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuzuki 17461-98400\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuzuki 17461-98401\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuzuki 17461-98500\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuzuki 17461-98501\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuzuki 17461-98502\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuzuki 17461-98503\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuzuki 17461-985M0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuzuki 17465-98402\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMallory 9-45504\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich Suzuki outboards does the Sierra 18-3097 impeller fit?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Sierra 18-3097 fits Suzuki DF4\/DF6 (2003-2019), DT2 (1977-97), DT3.5 (1979-84), DT4 (1985-98), DT5 (1978-01), DT6 (1984-02), and DT8 (1980-87) outboard motors.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat OEM part numbers does the 18-3097 replace?\u003c\/strong\u003e It replaces Suzuki 17461-98400, 17461-98401, 17461-98500, 17461-98501, 17461-98502, 17461-98503, 17461-985M0, and 17465-98402, as well as Mallory 9-45504.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much does the impeller weigh?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Sierra 18-3097 impeller weighs 0.03 pounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat material is the 18-3097 impeller made from?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is made of neoprene and has 6 fins, the standard material and fin configuration for outboard water pump impellers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the 18-3097 come with the water pump housing or gasket?\u003c\/strong\u003e No, the package includes one impeller only. The pump housing, gasket, and wear plate are separate parts, and a full rebuild can be done with Sierra's 18-3259, 18-3260, or 18-3266 water pump kits.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Sierra 18-3097 a genuine Suzuki part or aftermarket?\u003c\/strong\u003e The 18-3097 is a Sierra-manufactured aftermarket replacement, built to meet or exceed the original Suzuki impeller it replaces rather than being a Suzuki-branded OEM part.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I know if my water pump impeller needs replacing?\u003c\/strong\u003e Reduced or no water stream from the outboard's tell-tale, overheating, or a whining pump noise are common signs the impeller fins have worn down and the 18-3097 impeller needs to be installed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I install the 18-3097 by itself or do I need a full kit?\u003c\/strong\u003e The 18-3097 can be installed on its own as an impeller-only replacement, or alongside Sierra's 18-3259, 18-3260, or 18-3266 water pump kits if the housing and gaskets also need replacing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat color is the 18-3097 impeller?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Sierra 18-3097 impeller is white.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the same impeller fit both the DF4\/DF6 and DT2 through DT8 Suzuki models?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, the Sierra 18-3097 is the correct impeller across the listed Suzuki DF4\/DF6 and DT2, DT3.5, DT4, DT5, DT6, and DT8 models.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Mallory 9-45504 the same impeller as the Sierra 18-3097?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, the Mallory 9-45504 is a cross-referenced equivalent to the Sierra 18-3097 impeller.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sierra","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48988140208347,"sku":"SIE-18-3097","price":15.71,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0839\/7586\/4539\/files\/SIE-18-3097_lg__99116.1558123924.500.750.jpg?v=1785188019","url":"https:\/\/www.goodvibesmarina.com\/products\/sierra-18-3097-water-pump-impeller-for-suzuki-dt-df-outboards-replaces-oem-17461-98501-6-fin-neoprene-fits-dt2-dt8-df4-df6","provider":"Good Vibes Marina","version":"1.0","type":"link"}