Purpose, Function
Assures safety by preventing fuel from returning to the fuel filler opening.
Construction
The non-return valve cannot be removed as it is installed inside the fuel tank.
2WD

AWD

A single valve type has been adopted for the non-return valve.

Operation
Normally, the valve is closed as shown by the dotted line in the figure. When refueling, it opens as shown by the solid line due to the force caused by the flow of fuel. When refueling is finished, the valve returns to the normal valve position by spring force.

Non Return Valve Inspection
Plug Hole Plate Removal/InstallationPush-Starting
Do not push-start your Mazda.
WARNING
Never tow a vehicle to start it:
Towing a vehicle to start it is dangerous. The vehicle being towed could surge
forward when its engine starts, causing the two vehicles to collide. The occupants
could be injured.
CAUTION
Do not push-start a vehicle that ...
Front Drive Shaft
Purpose, Function
A bell joint has been adopted for the wheel-side constant velocity joint,
reducing vibration and noise.
A tripod joint have been adopted for the differential side constant velocity
joint to reduce booming noise during high-speed driving and vibration when idlin ...
Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) Valve
Purpose, Function
Prevents release of blow-by gas (unburnt gas) into the atmosphere.
The PCV valve is open/closed by the intake manifold vacuum.
Construction
The PCV valve is installed to the oil separator.
The PCV valve consists of a spring and valve.
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