Safety Warning
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.
2007 Mazda 3 L4-2.3LFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Automatic Transaxle
AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE [FS5A-EL]
Line pressure specification
Engine stall speed
Transaxle range (TR) switch
Transaxle fluid temperature (TFT) sensor
Primary control valve body (ATF temperature: -40-150° C (-40-302° F))
Secondary control valve body (ATF temperature: -40-150° C (-40-302° F))
DRIVE PLATE
Tightening torque 108 - 116 N-m (11.0 - 11.8 kgf-m, 79.7 - 85.5 ft-lbf)
OIL PAN
Tightening torque 6-8 N-m (62-81 kgf-cm, 53-70 in-lbf)
Automatic Transaxle [FS5A-EL]:
Line pressure specification
Line Pressure Specification:
Engine stall speed
Engine Stall Speed:
Transaxle range (TR) switch
Transaxle Range (TR) Switch:
Transaxle fluid temperature (TFT) sensor
Transaxle Fluid Temperature (TFT) Sensor:
Primary control valve body (ATF temperature: -40-150° C (-40-302° F))
Primary Control Valve Body:
Secondary control valve body (ATF temperature: -40-150° C (-40-302° F))
Secondary Control Valve Body:
DRIVE PLATE
Tightening torque 108 - 116 N-m (11.0 - 11.8 kgf-m, 79.7 - 85.5 ft-lbf)
OIL PAN
Tightening torque 6-8 N-m (62-81 kgf-cm, 53-70 in-lbf)
Factory Service Tools
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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.
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