Removal & Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Mazda Tribute and 2002 Mazda Tribute. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Drain the engine coolant.
Remove the oil pan drain bolt and drain engine oil.

Fig 1: Removing Oil Pan Drain Bolt
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Remove the oil filter.

Fig 2: Removing Oil Filter
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Disconnect the coolant hoses at the cooler.

Fig 3: Removing Coolant Hoses
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Remove the oil cooler.

Fig 4: Removing Oil Cooler
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
1. Fill the crankcase with SAE 5W-20 motor oil.