Purpose, Function
The crankshaft pulley transmits the drive force to the auxiliary parts via the drive belt.
The crankshaft pulley suppresses torsional vibration of the crankshaft.
Construction
The crankshaft pulley is installed to the front of the crankshaft.

The crankshaft pulley has a torsional damper for suppressing torsional vibration of the crankshaft.
The crankshaft pulley has key groove to match the timing to the crankshaft.
The crankshaft pulley has a timing mark indicating the piston position.

Drive Belt Auto Tensioner InspectionReporting Safety Defects (U.S.A.)
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could
cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic
Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Mazda Motor Corporation (Your
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Power Brake Unit Removal/Installation
CAUTION:
Once the brake switch clearance has automatically been adjusted, it cannot
be adjusted again. Therefore, replace the switch with a new one when replacing
the power brake unit or performing any procedure that changes the pedal stroke.
1. Remove the battery and battery tra ...
Washer Nozzle
Purpose
The washer nozzle sprays the washer fluid sent from the washer motor to the
optimum positions on the windshield.
Construction
A ball-shaped spray orifice is set inside the washer nozzle which can be
adjusted up or down.
The washer nozzle is moved u ...