Purpose, Function
The camshaft is rotated by receiving the rotation force of the crankshaft via the timing chain. The valve is opened and closed according to the cam shape at this time.
Construction
The camshaft is installed to the cylinder head.

The intake camshaft is a five-bearing type and the exhaust camshaft is a six-bearing type.
The camshaft thrust force is suppressed by the No.1 journal.
The camshaft has the following parts shown in the figure.

Valve timing
Type A

Type B

Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor
Cylinder Head CoverSide Turn Light Inspection
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the following parts:
a. Outer mirror glass.
b. Upper outer mirror garnish.
c. Side turn light.
3. Apply battery voltage to side turn light terminal A, and connect terminal
B to ground.
4. Verify that the LED illuminates.
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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 ...
Power Outer Mirror Switch Inspection
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the power outer mirror switch..
3. Verify that the continuity between the power outer mirror switch terminals
is as indicated in the table.
If not as indicated in the table, replace the power outer mirror switch..
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