Mazda CX-5 Service & Repair Manual: Camshaft
Purpose, Function
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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
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The camshaft is installed to the cylinder head.
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The intake camshaft is a five-bearing type and the exhaust camshaft is a six-bearing type.
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The camshaft thrust force is suppressed by the No.1 journal.
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The camshaft has the following parts shown in the figure.
Valve timing
Type A
Type B
Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor
Purpose/Function
Detects the camshaft speed as basic information for mainly determining the
fuel injection timing and ignition timing.
Detects the camshaft speed and inputs it to the ...
Cylinder Head Cover
Purpose, Function
The cylinder head cover prevents foreign material penetration and engine
oil spatter.
The oil baffle plate reduces engine oil consumption by separating the engine
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Other materials:
Planetary Gear [Fw6 A EL, Fw6 Ax EL]
Purpose/Function
The planetary gear is a mechanism which shifts the drive force from the engine.
The planetary gear consists of multiple gears which rotate individually while
revolving. By controlling the individual rotation and revolving of the gears,
the transaxle performs gear shi ...
Event Data Recorder
Event Data Recorder
This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (EDR). The main purpose
of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as
an air bag deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data that will assist in understanding
how a vehicle's systems ...
Wheel Apron Component Installation [Panel Replacement]
Symbol Mark
Installation Procedure
1. When installing new parts, measure and adjust the body as necessary to conform
with standard dimensions.
2. Drill holes for the plug welding before installing the new parts.
3. After temporarily installing new parts, make sure the related parts fit p ...
