Mazda 3 Service Manual: Flywheel Inspection [C66 M R]
1. Remove the flywheel..
2. Perform the following procedures to inspect the flywheel.
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If there is any malfunction or it exceeds the maximum specification, replace the flywheel..
a. Inspect the surface that contacts the clutch disc for scratches, nicks, and discoloration.
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Correct slight scratches and discoloration using sandpaper.
b. Inspect the ring gear teeth for damage and wear.
c. Inspect the runout of the surface that contacts the clutch disc.
i. Install the flywheel..
ii. Measure the runout of the surface that contacts the clutch disc using a dial gauge.
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Flywheel maximum runout
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0.1 mm {0.004 in}
Clutch Unit Removal/Installation [C66 M R]
1. Remove the battery cover..
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
3. Remove the aerodynamic under cover No.2 and the splash shield as a single
unit..
4. Drain the manual transaxle oil.. ...
Pilot Bearing Inspection [C66 M R]
1. Without removing the pilot bearing, turn the bearing while applying force
in the axial direction.
If there is any malfunction, replace the pilot bearing..
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Other materials:
Accessory Socket Inspection
Front
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the upper panel..
3. Remove the shift lever knob. (MTX).
4. Remove the selector lever knob. (ATX).
5. Remove the shift panel.
6. Remove the accessory socket (front).
7. Connect a tester as shown in the figure and verify that the ...
Tire Rotation
WARNING
Rotate tires periodically:
Irregular tire wear is dangerous. To
equalize tread wear for maintaining
good performance in handling and
braking, rotate the tires every 12,000
km (7,500 miles). However Mazda
recommends to rotate every 8,000 km
(5,000 miles) to help ...
Warning Light
The warning light turns on when the
system has a malfunction.
Refer to Warning Lights on .
Brake Pad Wear Indicator
When the disc brake pads become worn,
the built-in wear indicators contact the
disc plates. This causes a screeching noise
to warn that the pads should be replaced.
When ...
