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Companion Flange Disassembly Note

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Mazda RX-8. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Remove the companion flange using the SST. 
Fig 1: Using SST For Removal Of Companion Flange
G01345094Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.