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No. 3 Engine Mount Removal Note

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  1. Remove the clips shown in the figure and set the ground cable aside.
    Fig 1: Identifying No. 3 Engine Mount And Clips
    G10968556Courtesy of MAZDA
  2. Install the SST  and the following bolt to the position shown in the figure.
    Fig 2: Installing SST
    G10968557Courtesy of MAZDA

    Bolt: 

    • part number 99794 1025 or an M10 x 1.25, length 25 mm {0.98 in}

    Tightening torque 

    • 38-52 N.m {3.9-5.3 kgf.m, 29-38 ft.lbf}
    CAUTION:
    • Slots have been adopted for the No. 3 engine mount installation holes. If the No. 3 engine mount is deviated from the original position when installing the No. 3 engine mount, engine noise or vibration could increase. Before removing the No. 3 engine mount, place alignment marks on the No. 3 engine mount and body so that they can be assembled to the same positions as before removal.
  3. Place alignment marks on the locations shown in the figure so that they can be assembled to the same positions as before removal.
    Fig 3: Identifying No. 3 Engine Mount Alignment Marks
    G10968558Courtesy of MAZDA
    NOTE:
    • Paint so that the No. 3 engine mount is framed on the body side and the outline of the nut is framed on the No. 3 engine mount side.
  4. Install the SST  using the following procedures.
    CAUTION:
    • Refer to the SST instruction article for the basic handing procedure.
    NOTE:
    • Install front foot No. 2 to the left and right front shafts of the SST  .
      Fig 4: Installing Front Foot No. 2 To Left/Right Front Shafts Of SST
      G10968559Courtesy of MAZDA
    1. Set the rear shafts of the SST (49 C017 5A0)  on the left/right front shock absorber nuts (top) as shown in the figure.
      Fig 5: Setting Rear Shafts Of SST (49 C017 5A0) On Left/Right Front Shock Absorber Nuts (Top)
      G10968560Courtesy of MAZDA
    2. Set the front shafts of the SST (49 C017 5A0)  on the bent up part of the frame as shown in the figure.
      Fig 6: Setting Front Shafts Of SST (49 C017 5A0) On Bent Up Part Of Frame
      G10968561Courtesy of MAZDA
    3. Adjust the height of the left and right side bars of the SST  so that they are leveled, then tighten each part.
      Fig 7: Adjusting Height Of Left/Right Side Bars Of SST
      G10968562Courtesy of MAZDA
    4. Apply tension to the chain to hold the engine.
  5. Remove the No. 3 engine mount.