Mazda CX-5 Service & Repair Manual: Timing Chain, Chain Tensioner
Purpose, Function
Timing chain
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The timing chain transmits the rotation force of the crankshaft to the camshaft to perform the rotation timing of the crankshaft and camshaft.
Chain tensioner
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The chain tensioner constantly maintains the timing chain tension and the timing chain operation is stabilized.
Construction
Timing chain
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The timing chain is installed between the camshaft sprocket and crankshaft sprocket.
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Lubrication of the timing chain and each sprocket is performed using the engine oil from the engine front cover.
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Improvement of the rigidity of the chain guide and tensioner arm and the stability of the timing chain operation have reduced the sliding resistance.
Chain tensioner
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The chain tensioner is installed to the cylinder block (engine front).
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An oil pressure type chain tensioner has been adopted for the chain tensioner.
OPERATION
Chain tensioner
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Fluctuation in the timing chain tension by oil pressure and spring force is suppressed, and the tension is maintained at a constant.
Timing Chain Removal/Installation
WARNING:
A hot engine can cause severe burns. Turn off the engine and wait until it
is cool before servicing.
CAUTION:
If the camshaft is rotated with the timing chain removed ...
Control
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Other materials:
Driveline/Axle Abbreviations
AAS
Active Adaptive Shift
ABS
Antilock Brake System
ABDC
After Bottom Dead Center
ACC
Accessories
AFS
Adaptive Front Lighting System
ALC
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Low Engine Coolant Temperature Indicator Light (Blue)/High Engine Coolant Temperature
Warning Light (Red)
Purpose
Low engine coolant temperature indicator light (blue)
The low engine coolant temperature indicator light (blue) notifies the driver
that the engine coolant temperature is low and vaporization of the fuel is difficult.
High engine coolant temperature warning light (red)
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Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor
Purpose/Function
Detects the ECT as basic information for mainly determining the fuel injection
amount.
Detects the ECT and inputs it to the PCM as an ECT signal.
The ECT sensor No.2 is only used for OBD.
Construction
ECT sensor No.1
Installed to the water out ...
