Purpose, Function
The cylinder block forms the cylinder and crankcase.
Construction
The cylinder block consists of the upper cylinder block and lower cylinder block.
The cylinder block is an open deck type with excellent cooling performance.
The lightweight cylinder block is made of aluminum alloy with excellent heat dispersion.
With the adoption of the lower cylinder block, the coupling rigidity of the transaxle and support rigidity of the crankshaft have been improved reducing engine vibration.
The oil separator function is set to the upper cylinder block, enhancing ventilation of the blow-by gas.

Engine Assembly
Engine Front CoverVentilator Grille Removal/Installation
Side Ventilator Grille
Driver-side
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the switch panel..
3. Insert your hand from the area where the switch panel was installed, remove
the side ventilator grille in the direction of the arrow shown in the figure while
detaching hooks A.
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Winter Driving
Carry emergency gear, including tire chains, window scraper, flares, a small
shovel, jumper cables, and a small bag of sand or salt.
Ask an Authorized Mazda Dealer to perform the following precautions: l Have the
proper ratio of antifreeze in the radiator.
• Inspect the battery and its cable ...
Personalization Features
The following systems can be customized.
When performing a customized setting, refer to the referenced section for
the detailed setting procedure.
Security And Locks
NOTE:
There are two types of customization procedures; one using the M-MDS and
the other using the ...