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:
Rear Fender Panel Removal [Panel Replacement]
Symbol Mark
Removal Procedure
CAUTION:
Avoid cutting with a blowtorch or similar tools as the insulator (shaded
area) is flammable.
1. Rough cut the 3 locations indicated by (A) shown in the figure.
2. Drill the 90 locations indicated by (B) shown in the figure.
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Cooling Fan Relay
Purpose, Function
The cooling fan relay operates by receiving the signal from the PCM to supply
power to the cooling fan motor.
Construction
The cooling fan relay is installed on the relay and fuse block.
Operation
The contact point is on when the battery vo ...
Air Cleaner
Purpose, Function
Prevents engine internal damage caused by penetration of dust or foreign
material.
Construction
The air cleaner is installed in front of the battery.
The air cleaner consists of the air cleaner case, air cleaner cover, and
air cleaner element ...
