Mazda 3 Service Manual: Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) Valve Removal/Installation [Mzr 2.0, Mzr 2.5]
1. Remove the battery cover..
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
3. Remove the intake manifold and the fuel distributor component as a single unit..
4. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
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1 |
Oil separator |
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2 |
Retainer (See Retainer Removal Note.) (See Retainer Installation Note.) |
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3 |
PCV valve |
5. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Retainer Removal Note
CAUTION:
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Be sure to follow the removal procedures below to prevent the leakage of blow-by gas caused by the damage to the tab of the oil separator or the oil separator itself.
1. Insert a flat blade screwdriver with its tip wrapped in a cloth into the gap between the retainer and the oil separator as shown in the figure.
2. Spread the side surface of the retainer outward to dismount it with attention to the tab.
Retainer Installation Note
CAUTION:
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Be sure to replace the old retainer with a new one to prevent the escape of blow-by gas. Reinstalling the old retainer will reduce airtightness.
1. Make sure that the retainer alignment mark is directed as shown in the left diagram before installing the retainer to the oil separator.
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 ...
Purge Solenoid Valve Inspection [Mzr 2.0, Mzr 2.5]
Airflow Inspection
1. Remove the battery cover..
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
3. Remove the purge solenoid valve..
4. Inspect airflow between the ports under the following conditi ...
Other materials:
Quarter Window Glass Installation
WARNING:
Using a razor with bare hands can cause injury. Always wear gloves when using
a razor.
CAUTION:
If a door is opened or closed when all the window glass is closed, the resulting
change in air pressure could cause the sealant to crack preventing the proper
insta ...
Compression Inspection [Skyactiv G 2.0]
WARNING:
Hot engines and oil can cause severe burns. Be careful not to burn yourself
during removal/installation of each component.
Fuel vapor is hazardous. It can very easily ignite, causing serious injury
and damage. Always keep sparks and flames away from fuel.
Fuel ...
Turn and Lane-Change Signals
The ignition must be switched ON to use
the turn and lane-change signals.
Turn Signals
Move the signal lever down (for a left
turn) or up (for a right turn) to the stop
position. The signal will self-cancel after
the turn is completed.
If the indicator light continues to flash
after a turn ...
