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Transaxle Installation Note

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WARNING:
  • Verify that the transaxle is securely supported by the jack. If the transaxle should falls, 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
    G01052856Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  2. Install the transaxle mounting bolts.

    Tightening Torque 

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

    Fig 2: Locating Transaxle Mounting Bolts
    G01052857Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.