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 InspectionRear Mount Camera Inspection
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the following parts:
a. Liftgate upper trim.
b. Liftgate side trim.
c. Liftgate lower trim.
d. Liftgate garnish.
e. Rear mount camera.
3. Prepare four dry cell batteries (1.5 V)
4. Connect the four dry cell batteries in a series.
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License Plate Light Bulb Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Insert a tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver into the clearance between the
lens and license plate light shown in the figure.
3. Move the flathead screwdriver in the direction of the arrow shown in the figure,
pull out the lens from the license ...
Money-Saving Suggestions
How you operate your Mazda determines how far it will travel on a tank of fuel.
Use these suggestions to help save money on fuel and repairs.
• Avoid long warm-ups. Once the engine
runs smoothly, begin driving.
• Avoid fast starts.
• Keep the engine tuned. Follow the maintenance
sched ...