Purpose, Function
The engine oil required for lubrication in the engine accumulates in the oil pan.
Construction
The oil pan is installed on the lower part of the cylinder block.

Silicone sealant with excellent sealing has been adopted for the oil pan gasket.
Oil Pan Removal/Installation
Oil Pressure InspectionTorque Converter Clutch (TCC) Control Solenoid [Fw6 A EL, Fw6 Ax EL]
Purpose/Function
The torque converter clutch (TCC) control solenoid adjusts the hydraulic
pressure in the TCC control circuit based on the current demand from the TCM
according to the vehicle conditions.
Construction
The TCC control solenoid is installed to the solenoid con ...
Accessory Sockets
Only use genuine Mazda accessories or the equivalent requiring no greater than
120 W (DC 12 V, 10 A).
Front
The ignition must be switched to ACC or ON.
Center, Rear
The accessory sockets can be used regardless of whether the ignition is on or
off.
CAUTION
●To prevent accessory ...
Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) Valve Inspection
Airflow Inspection
1. Disconnect the section (A) of ventilation hose shown in the figure.
2. Start the engine and verify that vacuum is applied to the end of the disconnected
ventilation hose while the engine is idling.
If vacuum is not applied to the ventilation hose, perform the p ...