Engine Disassembly/Assembly
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Mazda MPV. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Disconnect the engine and automatic transaxle. (See AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- Remove the drive plate. (See DRIVE PLATE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- Remove the intake-air system. (See INTAKE-AIR SYSTEM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- Remove the exhaust system. (See EXHAUST SYSTEM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- Remove the thermostat case and water hose component.
- Remove the water bypass tube. (See WATER BYPASS TUBE REMOVAL NOTE .)
- Remove the ignition coils. (See IGNITION COIL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- Remove the generator bracket.
- Assemble in the reverse order of disassembly.