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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMAZDA20086 S SPORT, 4D HATCHBACK, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 79 (ENGINE MECHANICAL (SERVICE INFORMATION))ENGINE REMOVAL/INSTALLATIONNO.3 ENGINE MOUNT NUT INSTALLATION NOTE

2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, Standard

No.3 Engine Mount Nut Installation Note

2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, StandardSECTION No.3 Engine Mount Nut Installation Note

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Install all engine mounts and verify that clearances A and B of the No.3 engine joint bracket are within the specifications.
- If not as specified, reassemble the engine mounts, according to the following procedure.
CAUTION:
- If the clearances A and B of the No.3 engine joint bracket are out of specifications, engine vibration and noise can increase. Make sure that the clearances are within the specifications.
Specifications
1. A: 23.5-26.5 mm {0.926-1.04 in}
2. B: 19.5-22.5 mm {0.768-0.885 in}

Remove the No.3 joint bracket. (See ENGINE MOUNT MEMBER REMOVAL NOTE .)
Loosen the No.1 and No.4 engine mount through bolts.

Fig 1: Identifying No.1 & No.4 Engine Mount Through Bolts
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Before tightening the No.1 and No.4 engine mount through bolts to fix the engine, position the engine so that the clearances A and B of the No.3 joint bracket are approximately within the specifications.
NOTE:
- Slight displacement can be adjusted with the adjusting holes of the No.3 engine joint bracket.
- Tighten the No.1 and No.4 engine mount through bolts.
- Install the No.3 engine joint bracket so that clearances A and B are within the specifications.

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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.