Operation Inspection

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2017 Mazda 3. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Turn the collar while applying force in the axial direction, and inspect for sticking, excessive resistance, and an abnormal noise.

Fig 1: Turning Collar By Applying Force In Axial Direction
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
- If there is any malfunction, replace the clutch release collar. (See CLUTCH UNIT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)