Transmission Removal/Installation: Notes

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Remove the engine cover.
(See ENGINE COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Remove the battery cover.
Disconnect the negative battery cable.
Drain the transmission oil.
(See TRANSMISSION OIL REPLACEMENT .)
Remove in the order indicated in the table.
Install in the reverse order of removal.
Add transmission oil.
(See TRANSMISSION OIL REPLACEMENT .)
Perform the 'INSPECTION AFTER TRANSMISSION INSTALLATION', and verify that there is no malfunction.
(See INSPECTION AFTER TRANSMISSION INSTALLATION .)

Fig 1: Removing Transmission Components With Torque Specifications
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.