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:
Washer Motor Inspection
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the front mudguard (RH)..
3. Disconnect the washer motor connector.
4. After connecting washer motor terminal A to the positive battery terminal,
and terminal B to the negative battery terminal, verify that washer fluid flows
to the wind ...
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 ...
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 ...
