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DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMAZDA1999626 ES, 2.5 D, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 271 (MANUAL TRANSAXLE CLUTCH)CLUTCH UNIT REMOVAL/INSTALLATIONFLYWHEEL INSTALLATION NOTE
1999 Mazda 626 ES, 2.5 D, Standard
Flywheel Installation Note
1999 Mazda 626 ES, 2.5 D, StandardSECTION Flywheel Installation Note
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Mazda 6. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install the flywheel to the crankshaft.
- When reusing the bolts, clean threads and hole, then apply locking compound to the threads.NOTE:
- No locking compound is needed when using new bolts.
- Hand-tighten the flywheel lock bolts.
- Install the SST
to the flywheel.
G35M-R manual transaxle models
A65M-R manual transaxle models
- Gradually tighten the flywheel lock bolts in a crisscross pattern.
- Tightening torque
- G35M-R manual transaxle models 108-115 N.m {11.1-11.7 kgf.m, 79.7-84.8 ft.lbf}
- A65M-R manual transaxle models 73-87 N.m {7.5-8.8 kgf.m, 54-64 ft.lbf}
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.