Mazda CX-5 Service & Repair Manual: Rear Drive Shaft
Purpose, Function
-
Engine noise and vibration have been reduced due to adoption of a bell joint on the wheel side of the constant velocity joint.
-
A low noise and vibration double offset joint with low slide resistance has been adopted for the differential side of the constant velocity joint. Due to this booming resonance at high speed is reduced.
-
An extremely durable plastic has been adopted for the wheel side boot.
Structural View
Propeller Shaft Removal/Installation
CAUTION:
If the constant velocity joint is bent during propeller shaft removal/installation
or transportation after servicing, the constant velocity joint boot may contact
the metallic c ...
Rear Drive Shaft Disassembly/Assembly
1. Disassemble in the order indicated in the table.
2. Assemble in the reverse order of disassembly.
1
Boot band (differential side)
(See Boot Band (Differential Sid ...
Other materials:
Automatic Transaxle Outline [Fw6 A EL, Fw6 Ax EL]
Outline
Contribution to low fuel economy
Wide TCC range
Clutch/brake resistance reduction
Realized direct feel and quick shifting
Oil passage resistance reduction and improved clutch/brake response
b ...
Procedure [Plastic Body Parts]
Repair of polypropylene bumpers having damage that has reached the surface of
the polypropylene and are too serious to be restored by painting only.
1. Cut the rough edges around the damage with a knife to make it smooth. Sand
the area with a sander to make an angle of about 45°.
2. ...
Engine Coolant Level Inspection
WARNING:
Never remove the cooling system cap or loosen the radiator drain plug while
the engine is running, or when the engine and radiator are hot. Scalding engine
coolant and steam may shoot out and cause serious injury. It may also damage
the engine and cooling system.
Tu ...
