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 VARIANT/TRIMSECTION 3 (AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE [SERVICE, REMOVAL & INSTALLATION FS5A-EL))AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [FS5A-EL]NOTES
2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, Standard
Automatic Transaxle Removal/Installation [FS5A-El]: Notes
2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, StandardSECTION Notes
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
- Disconnect the negative battery cable.
- Remove the battery and battery tray.
- Remove the air cleaner component. (See INTAKE AIR SYSTEM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [L3] )
- Remove the front tires and splash shield.
- Remove the under cover.
- Remove the steering gear and linkage, and pipe assembly installation bolts from the front crossmember, then suspend the steering gear and linkage with a cable. (See
STEERING GEAR AND LINKAGE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [L3]
)
Pipe assembly tightening torque
7.8-10.8 N.m {79.6-110.0 kgf.cm, 69.1-95.5 in.lbf}
- Drain the ATF. (See
AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE FLUID (ATF) REPLACEMENT [FS5A-EL] ).WARNING:
- Improperly jacking a transaxle is dangerous. It can slip off the jack and may cause serious injury.
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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.