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2008 Mazda CX-7 Grand Touring, 2.3 L, FWD

Engine Removal/Installation [L3 With TC]: Notes

2008 Mazda CX-7 Grand Touring, 2.3 L, FWDSECTION Notes
WARNING:
  • Fuel vapor is hazardous. It can very easily ignite, causing death, serious injury, or damage. Always keep sparks and flames away from fuel.'
  • Fuel line spills and leakage from the pressurized fuel system are dangerous. Fuel can easily ignite and cause serious injury or death and damage. Fuel can also irritate skin and eyes. To prevent this, always perform the Fuel Line Safety Procedure. (See BEFORE REPAIR PROCEDURE[L3 WITH TC] ).
  1. Disconnect both battery cable.
  2. Remove the battery and battery tray. (See BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION[L3 WITH TC] ).
  3. Remove the charge air cooler duct. (See INTAKE AIR SYSTEM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION[L3 WITH TC] ).
  4. Remove the air cleaner. (See INTAKE AIR SYSTEM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION[L3 WITH TC] ).
  5. Remove the front tire. (See WHEEL UNIT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
  6. Remove the under cover, splash shield and mudguard.
  7. Remove the drive belt. (See DRIVE BELT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION[L3 WITH TC] .)
  8. Disconnect the heater hose. (See A/C UNIT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
  9. Disconnect the radiator hose. (See RADIATOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION[L3 WITH TC] ).
  10. Disconnect the brake vacuum hose.
  11. Disconnect the fuel hose and vacuum hose. (See QUICK RELEASE CONNECTOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION[L3 WITH TC] ).
  12. Disconnect the selector cable from the transaxle side. (See SELECTOR LEVER COMPONENT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
  13. Disconnect the wiring harnesses.
  14. Drain the engine coolant (See ENGINE COOLANT REPLACEMENT[L3 WITH TC] ).
  15. Drain the automatic transaxle fluid (ATF). (See AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE FLUID (ATF) REPLACEMENT[AW6A-EL, AW6AX-EL] ).
  16. Remove the propeller shaft (AWD). (See PROPELLER SHAFT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
  17. Remove the front pipe and rear HO2S. (See EXHAUST SYSTEM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION[L3 WITH TC] ).
  18. Disconnect the front drive shaft (RH) from the joint shaft side. (See FRONT DRIVE SHAFT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
  19. Disconnect the front drive shaft (LH) from the transaxle side. (See FRONT DRIVE SHAFT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
  20. Remove the A/C compressor with the pipes still connected. (See A/C COMPRESSOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
    NOTE:
    • Position and secure the A/C compressor out of the way with rope.
  21. Remove in the order indicated in the figure.
  22. Install in the reverse order of removal.
  23. Start the engine, and inspect and adjust the following:
    • Air bleeding (See AIR BLEEDING ).
    • Front wheel alignment (See FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT ).
    • Bleed the air from the cooling system. (See ENGINE COOLANT REPLACEMENT[L3 WITH TC] ).
    • Runout and contact on pulley and belt
    • Leakage of engine oil, engine coolant, automatic transmission fluid, or fuel.
    • Ignition timing, idle speed and idle mixture (CO and HC)
    • Engine accessories operation
  24. Perform a road test and verify that there is no abnormal vibration or noise.
    Fig 1: Exploded View Of Engine Mount With Torque Specifications
    G04859538Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
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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.