Mazda CX-5 Service & Repair Manual: Cooling System Service Warnings
WARNING:
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Never remove the cooling system cap or loosen the radiator drain plug while the engine is running, or when the engine and radiator are hot. Scalding engine coolant and steam may shoot out and cause serious injury. It may also damage the engine and cooling system.
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Turn off the engine and wait until it is cool. Even then, be very careful when removing the cap. Wrap a thick cloth around it and slowly turn it counterclockwise to the first stop. Step back while the pressure escapes.
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When you are sure all the pressure is gone, press down on the cap using the cloth, turn it, and remove it.
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Depending on the vehicle, the cooling fan may operate suddenly even when the ignition is off. Therefore, keep hands and tools away from the cooling fan even if the cooling fan is not operating to prevent injury to personnel or damage to the cooling fan. Always disconnect the negative battery cable when servicing the cooling fan or parts near the cooling fan.
Cooling System Cap
Purpose, Function
The cooling system cap maintains appropriate pressure in the engine coolant
passage. In addition, cooling efficiency has been improved by increasing the
engine coolant b ...
Cooling System
Outline
Passing water resistance is reduced by improvement of the engine coolant
passage shape.
Pump efficiency is improved by changing the water pump impeller to the closed
impel ...
Other materials:
Heater Core Inspection
1. Inspect the heater core for damage, cracks, and water leakage.
If there is any malfunction, replace the heater core.
2. Visually inspect the fins for bending.
If there is any bending, use the end of a flathead screwdriver to straighten
the fins.
3. Visually inspect ...
Oil Pump [Fw6 A EL, Fw6 Ax EL]
Purpose/Function
The oil pump generates hydraulic pressure in the oil line of the automatic
transaxle together with supplying lubrication to powertrain related parts.
Construction
The oil pump has adopted a gear type with built-in outer and inner rotors.
The inner roto ...
Steering Shaft Inspection
1. Inspect the steering column for excessive play and damage.
2. Verify that the clearance between the projection on the steering column shown
in the figure and the bracket is less than 2.0 mm {0.079 in}.
If the clearance between the projection and bracket is 2.0 mm {0.079 in}
or ...
