Mazda 3 Service Manual: Shroud Panel Removal/Installation
CAUTION:
-
Because the shroud panel is installed to the bumper reinforcement, support the shroud panel using a jack before removing the bumper reinforcement so as not to apply excessive force to the shroud panel.
-
Since the servicing is performed with the hood open, secure the hood using a piece of wood to prevent it from falling.
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the following parts:
a. Front bumper.
b. Front combination lights.
c. Seal plate.
d. Front bumper reinforcement.
3. Disconnect the hood latch cable..
4. Remove the bolts.
5. Push the hooks in the direction of arrow (1), and remove the upper mount bracket in the direction of the arrow (2).
6. Pull the shroud panel in the direction of arrow (3) in the figure, and remove it in the direction of arrow (4).
CAUTION:
-
Support the lower surface of the radiator with a floor jack to prevent the radiator from falling off after the shroud panel is removed.
7. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Radiator Removal/Installation [Mzr 2.0, Mzr 2.5]
WARNING:
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 ...
Water Pump Removal/Installation [Mzr 2.0, Mzr 2.5]
WARNING:
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 ...
Other materials:
Oil Pressure Switch Inspection [FS5 A EL]
CAUTION:
Water or foreign objects entering the connector can cause a poor connection
or corrosion. Be sure not to drop water or foreign objects on the connector
when disconnecting it.
On-Vehicle Inspection
1. Perform the following procedures.
a. Remove the aerodynamic under co ...
Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) Valve Inspection [Mzr 2.0, Mzr 2.5]
Airflow Inspection
1. Disconnect the section (A) of the ventilation hose shown in the figure.
2. Start the engine and verify that vacuum is applied to the end of the disconnected
ventilation hose while the engine is idling.
NOTE:
Because it is difficult to directly inspect the PC ...
Variable Intake Air Shutter Valve Actuator Inspection [Mzr 2.0, Mzr 2.5]
Operation Inspection
1. Remove the air hose..
2. Disconnect the vacuum hose from the variable intake air shutter valve actuator.
3. Connect a vacuum pump to the variable intake air shutter valve actuator.
NOTE:
Covered with a hood, the rod of the variable intake air shutter valv ...
