WARNING:
Do not perform the servicing while the ATF is hot. Otherwise, it could cause severe burns or serious injury.
1. Remove the front under cover No.2..
2. Remove the dipstick securing bolt.
3. Remove the dipstick.

4. Remove the drain plug and washer, and drain the ATF.
5. Install a new washer and drain plug.
30—41 N·m {3.1—4.1 kgf·m, 23—30 ft·lbf}
6. Add ATF from the dipstick installation hole.
NOTE:
The ATF color is blue.
Only use ATF FZ for the FW6A-EL, FW6AX-EL.

ATF FZ
ATF is drained from drain plug: 3.5—4.9 L {3.7—5.1 US qt, 3.1—4.3 Imp qt}
7. Adjust the ATF level..
8. Insert the dipstick and install the securing bolt.
8—11 N·m {82—112 kgf·cm, 71—97 in·lbf}
9. Install the front under cover No.2..
Automatic Transaxle Fluid (ATF) Inspection [Fw6 A EL, Fw6 Ax EL]
Automatic Transaxle Outline [Fw6 A EL, Fw6 Ax EL]Awd Control Module
Purpose, Function
The AWD CM calculates the optimal amount of torque distribution for the rear
wheels and outputs a corresponding electric current to the electronic control
coupling (AWD solenoid). This calculation is based on the accelerator pedal
angle, four-wheel speed, engine spe ...
Engine Disassembly/Assembly
CAUTION:
When the transaxle is installed, do not suspend the engine. Otherwise, the
SST installation area of the cylinder head may be damaged due to excess weight.
Only suspend the engine after separating the engine and transaxle.
Applying excessive force (force of 100 N {10.2 ...
How the SRS Air Bags Work
Your Mazda is equipped with the following types of SRS air bags. SRS air bags
are designed to work together with the seat belts to help to reduce injuries during
an accident.
The SRS air bags are designed to provide further protection for passengers in
addition to the seat belt functions. Be ...