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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 CX-3 AWDFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Fuel Distributor Installation Note
- Install the fuel distributor to the fuel injectors while aligning the projection of the spacer to the notch of the fuel distributor.
- Temporarily tighten the fuel distributor installation bolts until their heads contact the fuel distributors.
- Turn the fuel distributor installation bolts a half a turn in the order shown in the figure.
- Turn the fuel distributor installation bolts another half a turn in the order shown in the figure (one turn including the half turn in Step 3).
- Tighten the fuel distributor installation bolts in the order shown in the figure.
Fuel distributor installation bolt tightening torque
20-26 N.m {2.1-2.6 kgf.m, 15-19 ft.lbf}
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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.