Mazda 3 Service Manual: Air Filter Inspection
1. Verify that there is no damage, excessive dirt, or abnormal odor on the air filter.
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If there is any malfunction, replace the air filter.
NOTE:
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The air filter cannot be reused by cleaning it with water or compressed air.
Air Cleaner Element Removal/Installation [Mzr 2.0, Mzr 2.5]
1. Set the air cleaner cover out of the way..
2. Remove the air cleaner element.
3. Install in the reverse order of removal. ...
Air Filter Inspection [Mzr 2.0, Mzr 2.5]
Except for Mexico
Airflow inspection
1. Remove the air filter..
2. Blow from port A and verify that there is airflow from port B.
If there is no airflow, replace the air filter..
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Other materials:
Drive Belt Auto Tensioner Inspection [Mzr 2.3 Disi Turbo]
1. Remove the aerodynamic under cover No.2 and splash shield as a single unit..
2. Remove the drive belt..
3. Verify that the drive belt auto tensioner moves smoothly in the operational
direction.
Replace the drive belt auto tensioner if necessary..
4. Rotate the drive belt ...
Inspecting Engine Oil Level
Be sure the vehicle is on a level
surface.
Warm up the engine to normal
operating temperature.
Turn it off and wait at least 5 minutes
for the oil to return to the oil pan.
Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean, and
reinsert it fully.
Pull it out again and examine the level ...
Clutch Disc Inspection [C66 M R]
Operation Inspection
1. Inspect the lining surface for discoloration and grease adhesion.
2. Inspect the torsion spring for weakness and the rivet for looseness.
3. Using a vernier caliper, measure the depth between the lining surface and
the rivet head.
Minimum clutch disc thickness ...
