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 InspectionLiftgate Garnish Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the following parts:
a. Liftgate upper trim.
b. Liftgate side trim.
c. Liftgate recess.
d. Liftgate lower trim.
3. Disconnect the connectors.
4. Remove nuts A.
5. Detach clips B shown in the figure.
6. Remove the liftgate ...
Cylinder Block
Purpose, Function
The cylinder block forms the cylinder and crankcase.
Construction
The cylinder block consists of the upper cylinder block and lower cylinder
block.
The cylinder block is an open deck type with excellent cooling performance.
The lightweight cyl ...
Seat Belt Precautions
Seat belts help to decrease the possibility of severe injury during accidents
and sudden stops. Mazda recommends that the driver and all passengers always wear
seat belts.
All of the seat belt retractors are designed to keep the lap/shoulder belts out
of the way when not in use.
The driver ...