Mazda CX-5 Service & Repair Manual: Oil Pan
Purpose, Function
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The engine oil required for lubrication in the engine accumulates in the oil pan.
Construction
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The oil pan is installed on the lower part of the cylinder block.
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Silicone sealant with excellent sealing has been adopted for the oil pan gasket.
Oil Pan Removal/Installation
WARNING:
Hot engines and engine oil can cause severe burns. Turn off the engine and
wait until it and the engine oil have cooled.
A vehicle that is lifted but not securely supported ...
Oil Pressure Inspection
WARNING:
Hot engines and engine oil can cause severe burns. Turn off the engine and
wait until it and the engine oil have cooled.
A vehicle that is lifted but not securely supported ...
Other materials:
Oil Control Valve (OCV)
Purpose, Function
The OCV switches the oil passage to the hydraulic variable valve timing actuator
to control the opening/closing period of the exhaust valve.
Construction
The OCV is installed to the exhaust camshaft cap (No.1).
The OCV consists of a spool valve wh ...
Torque Sensor
Purpose/ Function
The torque sensor detects the steering torque and the steering direction,
and outputs the signal to the Electric Power Steering (EPS) control module (CM).
Construction, Operation
The Hall IC-type torque sensor is installed to the top of the steering column
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Low Clutch [Fw6 A EL, Fw6 Ax EL]
Purpose/Function
The low clutch operates in 1GR, 2GR, 3GR and 4GR and intermittently operates
the sun gear by drive force from the turbine shaft.
For the low clutch, a centrifugal balance clutch has been adopted to prevent
clutch drag and to assure stabilized piston thrust in al ...
