Mazda CX-5 Service & Repair Manual: Transmission/Transaxle Features

Mazda CX-5 Service & Repair Manual / Drivetrain / Transmission/Transaxle / Automatic / Transmission/Transaxle Features

Clutch and Manual Transaxle [C66M-R]

A newly developed, C6-type manual transaxle (SKYACTIV-MT) with 6 forward gears and 1 reverse gear has been adopted.

Automatic Transaxle [FW6A-EL, FW6AX-EL]

A newly developed, FW6A(X)-EL-type electronically controlled automatic transaxle (SKYACTIV-DRIVE) with 6 forward gears, 1 reverse gear, and a TCC mechanism has been adopted.
Using the existing automatic transaxle as a base, fuel economy improvement, direct feel, and smooth shifting have been thoroughly pursued to make one of the most optimized automatic transaxle.

Main features

With the adoption of a full range TCC mechanism, a contribution to low fuel consumption and the direct feel of a manual transaxle have been achieved.
A control valve body has been adopted with an integrated TCM and improved responsiveness to achieve smooth and precise shifting.

Transmission/Transaxle Abbreviations

AAS Active Adaptive Shift ABS Antilock Brake System ABDC After Bottom Dead Center ACC Access ...

Transmission/Transaxle Identification

Each Transmission/Transaxle is assigned a specific Mazda type code. The code can be broken down as follows: ...

Other materials:

Engine Oil Solenoid Valve 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 on safety stands is dangerous. It can slip or fall, causing death or serious injury. Never work ...

Magnetic Clutch Disassembly/Assembly [Manual Air Conditioner]
1. Disassemble in the order indicated in the table. 1 Bolt (See Bolt Removal/Installation Note.) 2 Pressure plate 3 Shim (See Shim Installation Note.) 4 Snap ring (See Snap Ring ...

Oil Seal (Differential) Replacement [C66 M R]
1. Remove the front under cover No.2.. 2. Drain the manual transaxle oil.. 3. Disconnect the drive shaft (LH) from the MTX.. 4. Disconnect the drive shaft (RH) from the MTX.. 5. Remove the oil seal (LH). 6. Remove the oil seal (RH). 7. Using the SSTs and a hammer, tap a new oil s ...