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Transaxle Installation Note

WARNING:
  • Verify that the transaxle is securely supported by the jack. If the transaxle should fall, serious injury or death and damage to the vehicle could result. Before removing the transaxle make sure that the jack is securely supporting it.
  1. Set the transaxle on a jack and lift it into place.
    Fig 1: Supporting Transaxle On Jack
    G04328779Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  2. Install the transaxle mounting bolts.

Tightening torque 

37-52 N.m {3.8-5.3 kgf.m, 28-38 ft.lbf} 

Fig 2: Identifying Transaxle Mounting Bolts
G04328780Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.