Crankshaft Pulley Removal Note

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Mazda 626. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Hold the crankshaft using the SST .

CAUTION:

The crankshaft position sensor rotor is on the rear of the crankshaft pulley, and can be damaged easily.

Fig 1: Removing Crankshaft Pulley

Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.