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2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, Standard

Timing Belt Removal/Installation: Notes

2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, StandardSECTION Notes
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  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  2. Drain the engine coolant. (See ENGINE COOLANT REPLACEMENT .)
  3. Remove the front strut bar. (See FRONT STRUT BAR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [BP] .) (See FRONT STRUT BAR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [BP WITH TC] .)
  4. Remove the air hose No.2, air hose No.1, air cleaner cover, and air pipe No.1 installation bolt. (BP with TC) (See INTAKE-AIR SYSTEM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [BP WITH TC] .)
  5. Remove the air pipe. (BP) (See INTAKE-AIR SYSTEM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [BP] .)
  6. Remove the drive belt. (See DRIVE BELT ADJUSTMENT .)
  7. Remove the CMP sensor. (BP with TC)
  8. Remove the CKP sensor.
  9. Remove the high-tension lead and ignition coil. (See IGNITION COIL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  10. Remove the spark plug. (See SPARK PLUG REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  11. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
  12. Install in the reverse order of removal.
  13. Inspect the air gap between the crankshaft position sensor.
  14. Inspect the engine oil level.
  15. Start the engine, and inspect the following and adjust if necessary:
    • Pulley and belt for runout or contact
    • Engine oil and engine coolant for leakage
    • Ignition timing
    • Operation of auxiliary parts
    Fig 1: Mechanical Components With Torque Specifications
    G03637663Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
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  • • 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.