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 check the following.
Opening temperature and valve lift
If there is a malfunction, replace the thermostat.
80.5—83.5 °C {177—182 °F}
95 °C {203 °F}
8.5 mm {0.33 in} or more
Cooling Fan Relay
Thermostat Removal/InstallationChild Restraint Precautions
Mazda strongly urges the use of child-restraint systems for children small enough
to use them.
You are required by law to use a child-restraint system for children in the U.S.
and Canada.
Check your local and state or provincial laws for specific requirements regarding
the safety of children ...
Rear Differential Disassembly
WARNING:
The engine stand is equipped with a self-lock mechanism, however, if the
rear differential is in a tilted condition, the self-lock mechanism could become
inoperative. If the rear differential unexpectedly rotates it could cause injury,
therefore do not maintain the rear dif ...
Engine Disassembly/Assembly
CAUTION:
When the transaxle is installed, do not suspend the engine. Otherwise, the
SST installation area of the cylinder head may be damaged due to excess weight.
Only suspend the engine after separating the engine and transaxle.
Applying excessive force (force of 100 N {10.2 ...