Flywheel Removal Note
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Mazda 3. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Hold the flywheel using the SST.
- Remove the bolts evenly and gradually in a crisscross pattern.
- Remove the flywheel.
- Inspect for oil leakage from the crankshaft rear oil seal.
- If there is any malfunction, replace the crankshaft rear oil seal. (See REAR OIL SEAL REPLACEMENT .)