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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.
2021 Mazda 3 BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Engine Oil Temperature Sensor/Engine Oil Pressure Sensor Removal/Installation: Notes
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Replacement PartΒ
| O-ring Quantity: 1 Location of use: Engine oil temperature sensor/engine oil pressure sensor |
NOTE:
- The engine oil pressure sensor and engine oil temperature sensor cannot be removed as a single unit. When replacing the engine oil temperature sensor or engine oil pressure sensor, replace the engine oil pressure sensor/engine oil temperature sensor.
- Turn the steering wheel to full right lock.
- Disconnect the negative battery terminal. (See NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL DISCONNECTION/CONNECTION (US) .)
- Lift up the vehicle.
- Remove the front splash shield (RH). (See SPLASH SHIELD REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- Disconnect the connector for the engine oil temperature sensor/engine oil pressure sensor using the following procedure:
- Pull out the connector lock in the direction of the arrow.
- Press the lock down in the direction of the arrow and disconnect the connector. (See ENGINE OIL TEMPERATURE SENSOR/ENGINE OIL PRESSURE SENSOR CONNECTOR CONNECTION NOTEΒ .)
- Pull out the connector lock in the direction of the arrow.
- Remove the engine oil temperature sensor/engine oil pressure sensor.
- Install in the reverse order of removal.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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