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.
2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, StandardFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Manual Transaxle - Overhaul (A65M-R)
- Precaution
- Clutch Housing And Transaxle Case Components Disassembly
- Primary Shaft Components PREINSPECTION
- Primary Shaft Components Disassembly
- Notes
- Primary Shaft Rear Bearing Disassembly Note
- Primary Shaft Bearing Spacer And 5TH Gear Stopper Disassembly Note
- 5TH Clutch Hub Set, 5TH Synchronizer Ring And 5TH Gear Disassembly Note
- 5TH Bushing, Thrust Washer, 4TH Gear, 4TH Needle Bearing, 4TH Bushing, 4TH Synchronizer Ring, 3RD/4TH Clutch Hub Set, 3RD Synchronizer Ring And 3RD Gear Disassembly Note
- Primary Shaft Front Bearing Disassembly Note
- Primary Shaft Components Inspection
- Primary Shaft Components Assembly
- Notes
- 3RD/4TH Synchronizer Key Spring, 3RD/4TH Synchronizer Key And 3RD/4TH Clutch Hub And Sleeve Assembly Note
- 3RD/4TH Clutch Hub Set Assembly Note
- 4TH Bushing Assembly Note
- Primary Shaft Thrust Washer Assembly Note
- 5TH Bushing Assembly Note
- 5TH Synchronizer Key Spring, 5TH Synchronizer Key And 5TH Clutch Hub And Sleeve Assembly Note
- 5TH Clutch Hub Set Assembly Note
- Primary Shaft Bearing Spacer Assembly Note
- Snap Ring Assembly Note
- Primary Shaft Rear Bearing Assembly Note
- Primary Shaft Front Bearing Assembly Note
- Secondary Shaft Components PREINSPECTION
- Secondary Shaft Components Disassembly
- Notes
- Secondary Shaft Rear Bearing Disassembly Note
- 4TH Gear And 5TH Gear Disassembly Note
- 3RD Gear, 2ND Gear, 2ND Needle Bearing, 2ND Bushing, 2ND Inner Synchronizer Component, 1ST/2ND Clutch Hub Set, 1ST Inner Synchronizer Component, 1ST Needle Bearing, 1ST Bushing, 1ST Gear And Reverse Main Gear Disassembly Note
- Secondary Shaft Components Inspection
- Secondary Shaft Components Assembly
- Notes
- Reverse Main Gear Assembly Note
- 1ST Bushing Assembly Note
- Synchronizer Key Spring, 1ST/2ND Synchronizer Key And 1ST/2ND Clutch Hub And Sleeve Assembly Note
- 1ST/2ND Clutch Hub Set Assembly Note
- 2ND Bushing Assembly Note
- 3RD Gear Assembly Note
- 4TH Gear Adjustment Shim Assembly Note
- 4TH Gear Assembly Note
- 5TH Gear Assembly Note
- 5TH Gear Snap Ring Assembly Note
- Secondary Shaft Rear Bearing Assembly Note
- Secondary Shaft C-Ring Assembly Note
- Reverse Idler Shaft Components Disassembly/Assembly
- Differential PREINSPECTION
- Differential Disassembly
- Differential Assembly
- Primary Shaft End Play Adjustment
- Secondary Shaft End Play Adjustment
- Reverse Idler Gear End Play Adjustment
- Differential Side Bearing Preload Adjustment
- Clutch Housing And Transaxle Case Components Assembly
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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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