Purpose, Function
The crankshaft pulley transmits the drive force to the auxiliary parts via the drive belt.
The crankshaft pulley suppresses torsional vibration of the crankshaft.
Construction
The crankshaft pulley is installed to the front of the crankshaft.

The crankshaft pulley has a torsional damper for suppressing torsional vibration of the crankshaft.
The crankshaft pulley has key groove to match the timing to the crankshaft.
The crankshaft pulley has a timing mark indicating the piston position.

Drive Belt Auto Tensioner InspectionWheel Apron Component Removal [Panel Replacement]
Symbol Mark
Removal Procedure
1. Drill the 14 locations indicated by (A) from the front wheel housing side
shown in the figure.
2. Drill the 11 locations indicated by (B) shown in the figure.
3. Drill the 4 locations indicated by (C) shown in the figure.
NOTE:
When drilling t ...
Towing
Trailer Towing (U.S.A. and Canada)
Your Mazda was designed and built primarily to carry passengers and cargo.
If you tow a trailer, follow these instructions because driver and passenger
safety depends on proper equipment and safe driving habits. Towing a trailer will
affect handling, braking, ...
Engine Oil Solenoid Valve
Purpose, Function
The engine oil solenoid valve switches the hydraulic transmission passage
in accordance with the driving conditions and the oil pump drive resistance
is reduced by controlling oil pump discharging pressure in two steps.
Construction
The engine oil solenoid ...