Mazda 3 Service Manual: Transaxle Oil Replacement [A26 M R]
1. Park the vehicle on level ground.
2. Remove the aerodynamic under cover No.2..
3. Remove the drain plug and gasket.
4. Drain the oil into a suitable container.
5. Install a new gasket and the drain plug.
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Tightening torque
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28—51 N·m {2.9—5.2 kgf·m, 21—37 ft·lbf}
6. Remove the oil level plug and gasket.
7. Add the specified amount and type of oil through the oil level plug hole until the level reaches the bottom of the oil level plug hole.
Manual transaxle oil
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Item |
Specification |
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Grade |
API service GL-4 |
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Viscosity |
SAE 75W-80 |
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Capacity (approx. quantity) |
2.4—2.6 L {2.6—2.7 US qt, 2.12—2.28 lmp qt} |
8. Install a new gasket and the oil level plug.
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Tightening torque
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28—51 N·m {2.9—5.2 kgf·m, 21—37 ft·lbf}
9. Install the aerodynamic under cover No.2..
Transaxle Oil Inspection [G66 M R]
1. Park the vehicle on level ground.
2. Remove the aerodynamic under cover No.2..
3. Remove the oil level plug and washer.
4. Verify that the oil is near the brim of the plug port.
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Transaxle Oil Replacement [G35 M R]
1. Park the vehicle on level ground.
2. Remove the aerodynamic under cover No.2..
3. Remove the drain plug and washer.
4. Drain the oil into a suitable container.
5. Install a new washer a ...
Other materials:
Steering Shaft Inspection
1. Inspect the column bearing for excessive play and damage.
2. Verify that the measurement of the steering shaft indicated in the figure
is as specified.
If not within the specification replace the steering shaft component.
Steering shaft length
315—320 mm {12.41—1 ...
Magnetic Clutch Adjustment [Manual Air Conditioner]
1. Measure the clearance around the entire circumference between the pressure
plate and A/C compressor pulley using a thickness gauge.
2. Verify that the clearance.
If not within the specification, remove the pressure plate and adjust the
clearance by changing the shim (0.2 mm {0. ...
Rear Stabilizer Control Link Inspection
1. Remove the rear stabilizer control link from the vehicle..
2. Inspect for bending or damage. If there is any malfunction, replace the rear
stabilizer control link.
3. Rotate the ball joint stud 10 times and shake it side to side 10
times.
4. Measure the ball joint rotational torque usin ...
