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:
Side Step Molding Removal
1. Remove the fasteners A.
2. Using the removal tool, disengage clips B in the direction of the arrow (1),
(2) shown in the figure.
NOTE:
Leave the disengaged clip B in place in consideration of the servicing.
3. Slide the side step molding in the direction of the arrow ( ...
B Pillar Lower Trim Removal/Installation
1. Remove the front scuff plate..
2. Remove the rear scuff plate..
3. Partially peel back the seaming welt.
4. Pull the B-pillar lower trim in the direction of the arrow (1), (2) shown
in the figure, detach tab A, pin B, pin C, clip D.
5. Remove the B-pillar lower trim in the direction ...
Front Seat Back Trim Removal/Installation
WARNING:
Handling a front seat (with built-in side air bag) improperly can accidentally
operate (deploy) the air bag, which may seriously injure you. Read the service
warnings before handling a front seat (with built-in side air bag)..
CAUTION:
After removing a front seat ...