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 CoverWinter Driving
Carry emergency gear, including tire chains, window scraper, flares, a small
shovel, jumper cables, and a small bag of sand or salt.
Ask an Authorized Mazda Dealer to perform the following precautions: l Have the
proper ratio of antifreeze in the radiator.
• Inspect the battery and its cable ...
Passenger Compartment Temperature Sensor Removal/Installation [Full Auto Air
Conditioner]
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the following parts:
a. Front scuff plate (driver-side).
b. Front side trim (driver-side).
c. Switch panel.
d. Decoration panel.
e. Shift lever knob (MTX).
f. Front console box.
g. Shift panel.
h. Upper panel.
i. Rear console. ...
Liftgate Adjustment
1. Measure the gap and height difference between the liftgate and the body.
2. Loosen the liftgate hinge installation bolts and adjust the liftgate.
Standard clearance
a: 5.2?7.2 mm {0.21?0.28 in}
b: -2.0?0 mm {-0.078?0.000 in}
c: 3.8?6.2 mm {0.15?0.24 in}
d: ...