Purpose, Function
The drive belt transmits rotation force of the crankshaft pulley to the pulley for the auxiliary parts.
Construction
The drive belt is installed to the front of the engine.

A V-ribbed belt has been adopted for the drive belt.
The water pump drive belt is a stretch type.
Drive belt vibration is suppressed by shortening the distance between each pulley.
With the adoption of the oil pressure type drive belt auto tensioner, the change in tension by the oil pressure damper operation is absorbed. As a result, the sliding resistance has been reduced by lowering the drive belt tension setting.

Drive Belt Removal/Installation
Rear Center Seat Belt Removal/InstallationShift Solenoid No.4 [Fw6 A EL, Fw6 Ax EL]
Purpose/Function
Shift solenoid No.4 adjusts the hydraulic pressure in the high clutch circuit
and the low and reverse brake circuit based on the current demand from the TCM
according to the vehicle conditions.
Construction
Shift solenoid No.4 is installed to the solenoid c ...
Wiper/Washer System Personalization
A customize function has been adopted which switches the auto wiper system
between operable/inoperable.
Using Mazda Modular Diagnostic System (M-MDS)
The auto wiper function can be enabled or disabled using the Mazda Modular
Diagnostic System (M-MDS). Refer to the Workshop M ...
Tie Rod End Inspection
1. Inspect the tie-rod end for damage and the boot for cracks.
If there is any malfunction, replace the tie-rod end.
2. Inspect for excessive play.
If there is any malfunction, replace the tie-rod end.
3. Rotate the tie-rod end five times.
4. Install two nuts to the ba ...