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Automatic Transaxle Removal/Installation [FS5A-El]: Notes

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  1. Remove the aerodynamic under cover No. 1 and No. 2. (See AERODYNAMIC UNDER COVER NO. 1 REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .) (See AERODYNAMIC UNDER COVER NO. 2 REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  2. Drain the ATF. (See AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE FLUID (ATF) REPLACEMENT [FS5A-EL] .)
  3. Disconnect and/or remove the following parts in the engine compartment.
    1. Remove the battery and battery tray. (See BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [L5] .)
    2. Remove the air cleaner component. (See INTAKE-AIR SYSTEM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [L5] .)
    3. Disconnect the selector cable from transaxle.
    4. Disconnect the connector and GND wiring harness from transaxle.
    5. Remove the bracket from transaxle.
    6. Disconnect the oil hose from transaxle.
    7. Remove the filler tube from transaxle.
    8. Remove the starter. (See STARTER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [L5] .)
  4. Disconnect and/or remove the following parts related to the suspension and axle.
    1. Remove the front tires. (See GENERAL PROCEDURES (FRONT AND REAR AXLES) .)
    2. Set the front mudguard out of the way. (See FRONT MUDGUARD REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
    3. Remove the splash shield.
    4. Disconnect the ABS wheel-speed sensors from steering knuckles. (See FRONT ABS WHEEL-SPEED SENSOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
    5. Disconnect the brake hose bracket from shock absorbers. (See BRAKE HOSE (FRONT) REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
    6. Disconnect the tie-rod end from steering knuckles. (See FRONT CROSSMEMBER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [L5] .)
    7. Disconnect the front lower arm from steering knuckles. (See FRONT LOWER ARM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
    8. Disconnect the stabilizer control links from shock absorbers. (See FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER AND COIL SPRING REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  5. Disconnect and/or remove the following parts for the underbody.
    1. Remove the tunnel member. (See EXHAUST SYSTEM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [L5] .)
    2. Remove the hanger on the middle pipe side as shown in the figure and set the hanger aside.
    3. Remove the steering shaft cover. (See STEERING WHEEL AND COLUMN REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [WITHOUT ADVANCED KEYLESS ENTRY AND PUSH BUTTON START SYSTEM] .)
    4. Disconnect the steering shaft from the steering gear and linkage. (See STEERING WHEEL AND COLUMN REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [WITHOUT ADVANCED KEYLESS ENTRY AND PUSH BUTTON START SYSTEM] .)
    5. Remove the dust cover. (See STEERING WHEEL AND COLUMN REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [WITHOUT ADVANCED KEYLESS ENTRY AND PUSH BUTTON START SYSTEM] .)
    6. Remove the transverse member. (See TRANSVERSE MEMBER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
    7. Remove the front crossmember. (See FRONT CROSSMEMBER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [L5] .)
      CAUTION:
      • Refer to the for the basic handing procedure.
  6. Install the SST using the following procedure.
    Fig 1: Identifying SST Components
    G06205913Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
    1. As shown in the figure, set the rear shafts of the SST to the left and right shock absorber nuts.
      Fig 2: Setting Rear Shafts Of SST To Left & Right Shock Absorber Nuts
      G06205914Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
    2. Install front foot No. 2 to the left/right front shaft of the SST, then align the groove of the front shaft of the SST with the folded up part of the vehicle as shown in the figure.
      Fig 3: Identifying Front Foot No. 2 To Left/Right Front Shaft Of SST
      G06205915Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
    3. Adjust the positions of the SST side bars so that they are the same height (left and right) and horizontal. Make sure each joint is securely tightened.
      Fig 4: Adjusting Position Of SST
      G06205916Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
      WARNING:
      • Improperly jacking a transaxle is dangerous. It can slip off the jack and may cause serious injury.
      CAUTION:
      • To prevent the torque converter and transaxle from separating, remove the transaxle without tilting it toward the torque converter.
        Fig 5: Transaxle Replacement Components With Torque Specifications
        G06205917Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  7. Install in the reverse order of removal.
  8. Add ATF to the specified level.
  9. Perform the following test according to the service item.
    Service item Test item
    Line pressure test Stall test Time lag test Road test
    ATX replacement x      
    ATX overhaul x x x x
    Torque converter replacement x x    
    Oil pump replacement x      
    Clutch system replacement x   x x
    x : Test to be performed after the service work
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