Water Bypass Hose Removal / Installation - 2.3L

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Mazda B2300. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Drain the cooling system. See ENGINE COOLANT REPLACEMENT - 2.3L .
Remove the transmission. See MANUAL TRANSMISSION REMOVAL / INSTALLATION or AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION REMOVAL / INSTALLATION (automatic).

Fig 1: Disconnecting Hose From Coolant Outlet Pipe
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Disconnect the hose from the coolant outlet pipe.

Fig 2: View Of Inner Fender Well Splash Shield
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CAUTION:
- Remove the electrical connector locators from the splash shield prior to removal.
Remove the RH inner fender splash shield.
1. Remove the screws.
2. Remove the pushpin.
3. Remove the bolts.
4. Remove the splash shield.
Fig 3: Locating Coolant Bypass Hose Routing Clip
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Remove the coolant bypass hose from the routing clip.

Fig 4: Disconnecting Hose From Coolant Bypass Tube
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Disconnect the hose from the coolant bypass tube.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.