CAUTION:
Secure the steering wheel using tape or a cable to prevent the steering shaft from rotating after disconnecting the steering shaft. If the steering wheel rotates after the steering shaft and the steering gear and linkage are disconnected, the internal parts of the clock spring could be damaged.
NOTE:
Perform the pilot bearing inspection with the crankshaft or flywheel installed.
1. Perform the following procedures.
a. Remove the battery cover..
b. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
c. Remove the PCM cover No.1..
d. Disconnect the PCM connector..
e. Remove the battery tray and PCM component.
f. Remove the air cleaner component.
g. Remove the charge air cooler cover.
h. Remove the charge air cooler.
i. Remove the fuel pump resistor.
j. Remove the front tires.
k. Remove the splash shield.
l. Remove the aerodynamic under cover No.2.
m. Remove the WU-TWC bracket.
n. Remove the starter.
o. Remove the front auto leveling sensor.
p. Drain the transaxle oil into a suitable container..
q. Remove the manual transaxle..
r. Remove the clutch cover..
s. Remove the clutch disk..
2. Inspect the rotation condition of the pilot bearing for damage or wear.

If there is any malfunction, replace the pilot bearing..
On/Off Solenoid Removal/Installation [Fw6 A EL]
Pilot Bearing Inspection [C66 M R]How to use iPod mode (Type A)
An iPod may not be compatible depending
on the model or OS version. In this case,
an error message is displayed.
NOTE
The iPod functions on the iPod cannot
be operated while it is connected to the
unit because the unit controls the iPod
functions.
Playback
Switch the ignition to ACC ...
Seat Belt Precautions
Seat belts help to decrease the possibility of severe injury during accidents
and sudden
stops. Mazda recommends that the driver and all passengers always wear seat
belts.
(U.S.A. and Canada)
All of the seat belt retractors are designed to keep the lap/shoulder belts
out of the way when
no ...
Liftgate Side Trim Removal/Installation
1. Remove the liftgate upper trim..
2. Pull the point A of the strap hanger as shown in the figure.
3. Remove the strap hanger.
4. Remove the fastener.
5. Pull the liftgate side trim in the direction of arrow then remove clip A.
6. Detach tab B and C while pulling the liftgate sid ...