1. Disconnect the evaporative hose No.3 (purge solenoid valve side) and install the vacuum gauge..
2. Verify that the intake air hoses are installed securely.
3. Warm up the engine.
4. Measure the intake manifold vacuum while idling (no load) using the vacuum gauge.
If not within the specification, perform the following inspections.
Compression pressure.
Check valve.
Air suction
Installation areas of each vacuum hose
Installation area of throttle body
Installation area of fuel injector
Installation area of PCV valve
Installation area of intake manifold
Approx. –60.0 kPa {–450.0 mmHg, –17.7 inHg}
Intake Air Temperature (Iat) Sensor
Intake ManifoldHood
WARNING
Always check that the hood is closed and securely locked:
A hood that is not closed and securely locked is dangerous as it could fly open
while the vehicle is moving and block the driver's vision which could result in
a serious accident.
Opening the Hood
1. With the vehicle parke ...
Engine Oil
NOTE
Changing the engine oil should be performed by an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Refer to Introduction for owner's responsibility in protecting your investment.
Recommended Oil
U.S.A. and CANADA
0W-20 full synthetic recommended:
Mazda Genuine Oil is used in your Mazda vehicle and is t ...
Propeller Shaft Removal/Installation
CAUTION:
If the constant velocity joint is bent during propeller shaft removal/installation
or transportation after servicing, the constant velocity joint boot may contact
the metallic cover and the boot may be damaged. Insert a rag between the boot
and the metallic cover before ser ...