Purpose, Function
The oil cooler routes engine oil and engine coolant through the interior and disperses the engine oil heat using the engine coolant. As a result, the oil temperature is maintained properly to reduce the engine oil deterioration.
Construction
A 9-layered type water-cooled has been adopted.
The oil cooler is attached to the oil filter body.

Oil Cooler [Fw6 A EL, Fw6 Ax EL]
Oil Filter ReplacementMirror Base Removal
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the rearview mirror. (without auto-dimming mirror).
3. Remove the auto-dimming mirror. (with auto-dimming mirror).
4. Wind each end of a wire around a bar.
WARNING:
Using the piano wire with bare hands can cause injury. Always ...
Fresh Air Duct
Purpose, Function
Conducts fresh air from outside the engine compartment.
Increases air density by taking fresh air, which is cooler than the engine
compartment, to enhance the charging efficiency, ensuring the combustion stability.
Construction
The fresh-air duct is i ...
Break-In Period
No special break-in is necessary, but a few precautions in the first 1,000 km
(600 miles) may add to the performance, economy, and life of your Mazda.
• Do not race the engine.
• Do not maintain one constant speed,
either slow or fast, for a long period of time.
• Do not drive constantl ...