Mazda CX-5 Service & Repair Manual: Front Drive Shaft
Purpose, Function
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A bell joint has been adopted for the wheel-side constant velocity joint, reducing vibration and noise.
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A tripod joint have been adopted for the differential side constant velocity joint to reduce booming noise during high-speed driving and vibration when idling (ATX).
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A low noise and vibration double offset joint with low slide resistance has been adopted for the differential side of the constant velocity joint (MTX). Due to this booming resonance at high speed is reduced.
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An extremely durable plastic has been adopted for the wheel side boot.
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By integrating the drive shaft on the right side with the joint shaft, vibration and noise during driving which occurred from the previous spline connection construction has been reduced.
Structural View
Driveshafts
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Front Drive Shaft (Double Offset Joint) Disassembly/Assembly
1. Disassemble in the order indicated in the table.
2. Assemble in the reverse order of disassembly.
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Boot band (transaxle side)
(See FRONT DRIVE SHAFT (TRIPOD JOIN ...
Other materials:
Rear Seat Back Frame Removal/Installation
CAUTION:
When performing the procedure with a rear seat removed from the vehicle,
perform the procedure on a clean cloth so as not to damage or soil the seat.
6:4 Split Type
1. Remove the trunk board..
2. Remove the rear seat back..
3. Remove the headrest.
4. Open fasteners A ...
Oil Pan
Purpose, Function
The engine oil required for lubrication in the engine accumulates in the
oil pan.
Construction
The oil pan is installed on the lower part of the cylinder block.
Silicone sealant with excellent sealing has been adopted for the oil pan
gask ...
Engine Coolant Replacement
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.
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