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.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMAZDA20086 S SPORT, 4D HATCHBACK, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 79 (ENGINE MECHANICAL (SERVICE INFORMATION))TIMING CHAIN REMOVAL/INSTALLATIONNOTES
2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, Standard
Timing Chain Removal/Installation: Notes
2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, StandardSECTION Notes
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Mazda MPV. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
WARNING:
- Fuel vapor is hazardous. It can very easily ignite, causing serious injury and damage. Always keep sparks and flames away from fuel.
- Fuel line spills and leakage are dangerous. Fuel can ignite and cause serious injures or death and damage. Fuel can also irritate skin and eyes. To prevent this, always complete the "Fuel Line Safety Procedure". (See FUEL LINE SAFETY PROCEDURE .)
- Disconnect the negative battery cable.
- Remove the splash shield (RH).
- Drain the engine oil.
- Remove the cruise control actuator. (See CRUISE ACTUATOR .)
- Remove the dynamic chamber. (See INTAKE-AIR SYSTEM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- Remove the drive belt. (See FRONT DRIVE BELT .)
- Remove the P/S oil pump pulley and P/S oil pump. (See POWER STEERING OIL PUMP REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- Remove the ignition coils. (See IGNITION COIL PACK .)
- Remove the TWC (LH). (See EXHAUST SYSTEM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- Remove the oil pan. (See OIL PAN REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- Disconnect the generator, but do not remove it from the vehicle. After disconnection, fix the generator using a rope to prevent it from falling. (See GENERATOR .)
- Remove the A/C compressor with the A/C pipe connected, and fix the A/C compressor using a rope to prevent it from falling.
- Remove in the order indicated in the figure.
- Install in the reverse order of removal.
- Inspect the ignition timing. (See IGNITION TIMING .)
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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.