Flywheel Inspection
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mazda 6. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install a dial gauge on the cylinder block.
- Measure the flywheel runout using a dial gauge.
- If the runout is excessive, replace the flywheel.
Runout
G35M-R manual transaxle models
0.1 mm {0.004 in} max.
A65M-R manual transaxle models
0.05 mm {0.002 in} max.