WARNING:
A hot engine and exhaust system can cause severe burns. Turn off the engine and wait until they are cool before removing the exhaust system.
CAUTION:
Do not allow flammable objects such as the taping for bundling wiring harness to come into contact with the exhaust manifold and silencer.
NOTE:
If penetrant lubricating spray penetrates the airflow hole of the A/F sensor, it could cause interference with the A/F sensor function.
When removing the A/F sensor, wrap a rag around the lower position so that penetrant lubricating spray does not get sprayed into the airflow hole.


1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the plug hole plate..
3. Disconnect the A/F sensor connector.
4. Remove the clip from the heat insulator.

5. Remove the wiring harness from the wire clip A and B..

6. Remove the A/F sensor using the SST
.

7. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Assembly of Wiring Harness to Wire Clip Note
Secure the heat shrinkable tube on the wiring harness to wire clip A.

Secure the band on the wiring harness so that the band is positioned on both sides of wire clip B.

Air Fuel Ratio (A/F) Sensor Inspection
Air Fuel Ratio (A/F) SensorDriver Side Air Bag Module [Standard Deployment Control System]
Purpose
When the driver-side air bag module receives an impact from a frontal or
frontal offset collision, the operation (deployment) of the air bag mediates
the impact to the head and face of the driver.
Function
When the driver-side air bag module receives an impact from ...
Engine Oil
NOTE
Changing the engine oil should be performed by an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Refer to Introduction for owner's responsibility in protecting your investment.
Recommended Oil
U.S.A. and CANADA
0W-20 full synthetic recommended:
Mazda Genuine Oil is used in your Mazda vehicle and is t ...
Thermostat Inspection
1. Remove the thermostat..
2. Visually check that the thermostat valve is closed.
3. Place the thermostat in water.
WARNING:
During inspection, the thermostat and water are extremely hot and can cause
severe burns. Do not touch the thermostat and water.
4. Heat the water and c ...