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:
Antenna Amplifier Removal/Installation
With Audio Unit (Without Display)
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the rain sensor cover. (Vehicles with auto light/wiper system).
3. Disconnect the rain sensor connector. (Vehicles with auto light/wiper system)
4. Partially peel back the seaming welts.
5. Remove the fo ...
Front Scuff Plate Removal/Installation
1. Detach tab A while pulling the front scuff plate in the direction of the arrow
(1) shown in the figure, then detach hook B, clips C, and pins D while pulling in
the direction of the arrow (2).
2. Detach tab E while pulling the front scuff plate in the direction of the arrow
(3) shown in t ...
Hydraulic Variable Valve Timing Actuator Inspection [Skyactiv G 2.0]
WARNING:
A hot engine can cause severe burns. Turn off the engine and wait until it
is cool before servicing.
CAUTION:
Do not disassemble the hydraulic variable valve timing actuator because it
is a precision unit.
1. Remove the battery cover..
2. Disconnect the n ...
