Mazda 3 Service Manual: Drive Belt Inspection [Skyactiv G 2.0]
Generator Drive Belt
NOTE:
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The generator drive belt deflection/tension inspection is not necessary with the adoption of the drive belt auto tensioner.
1. Verify that the indicator part of the cast hexagon on the drive belt auto tensioner is within the normal range.
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If it exceeds the limit, replace the drive belt..
Water Pump Drive Belt
NOTE:
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The water pump drive belt deflection/tension inspection is not necessary with the adoption of the stretch-type water pump drive belt.
1. Visually inspect or feel that there is no wear, damage, or cracking on the inside and sides of the entire the belt.
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Even if there is a little wear, damage, or cracking, replace the water pump drive belt..
2. Start the engine to verify that abnormal noise does not occur.
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If abnormal noise occurs, replace the water pump drive belt..
Drive Belt Inspection [Mzr 2.3 Disi Turbo]
NOTE:
Drive belt deflection/tension inspection is not necessary because of the
use of the drive belt auto tensioner.
1. Verify that the drive belt auto tensioner indicator mark does n ...
Drive Belt Removal/Installation [Mzr 2.0, Mzr 2.5]
MZR 2.0
A/C drive belt removal
1. Remove the aerodynamic under cover No.2 and splash shield as a single unit..
2. Remove the nut shown in the figure and set the power steering pipe component
ou ...
Other materials:
Transaxle Oil Inspection [G35 M R]
1. Park the vehicle on level ground.
2. Remove the aerodynamic under cover No.2..
3. Remove the oil level plug and washer.
4. Verify that the oil is near the brim of the plug port.
If the oil level is lower than the low level, add the specified amount and
type of oil through the ...
Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) Valve Inspection [Mzr 2.0, Mzr 2.5]
Airflow Inspection
1. Disconnect the section (A) of the ventilation hose shown in the figure.
2. Start the engine and verify that vacuum is applied to the end of the disconnected
ventilation hose while the engine is idling.
NOTE:
Because it is difficult to directly inspect the PC ...
Starter Interlock Switch Inspection [Mzr 2.0, Mzr 2.5]
CAUTION:
Do not reuse the starter interlock switch if it is removed from the vehicle
even once. Replace with a new starter interlock switch when installing.
1. Remove the battery cover..
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
3. Disconnect the starter interlock switch connec ...