WARNING:

Hot engines and engine oil can cause severe burns. Turn off the engine and wait until it and the engine oil have cooled.
A vehicle that is lifted but not securely supported on safety stands is dangerous. It can slip or fall, causing death or serious injury. Never work around or under a lifted vehicle if it is not securely supported on safety stands.
Continuous exposure to USED engine oil has caused skin cancer in laboratory mice. Protect your skin by washing with soap and water immediately after working with engine oil.

Remove the front under cover No. 2. (See FRONT UNDER COVER NO. 2 REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Drain the engine oil. (See ENGINE OIL REPLACEMENT .)
Remove the oil pan. (See OIL PAN REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Remove in the order indicated in the table.
Install in the reverse order of removal.
Refill with the specified type and amount of the engine oil. (See ENGINE OIL REPLACEMENT .)
Start the engine and confirm that there is no oil leakage.
- If there is oil leakage, repair or replace the applicable part.
Inspect the oil level. (See ENGINE OIL LEVEL INSPECTION .)
Inspect the oil pressure. (See OIL PRESSURE INSPECTION .)

Fig 1: Oil Pump Components With Torque Specification

Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

COMPONENT DESCRIPTION

1	Oil strainer
2	Oil pump driven sprocket (See Oil Pump Driven Sprocket Removal Note .) (See Oil Pump Driven Sprocket Installation Note .)
3	Oil pump (See Oil Pump Installation Note .)

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.

Safety Warning

Oil Pump Removal/Installation: Notes