Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring. Manual - part 50

66. Inspect the lining of all drive plates. 

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If the lining is flaking or has changed color, or if it is worn or the print mark is wearing away, 
replace with a new drive plate. When replacing, inspect the contact surfaces between the retaining 
plate, driven plate and drive plate. If they are scratched or have changed color, replace with new 
parts.  

67. Remove the C2 clutch component and the thrust bearing. 

Fig. 67: Identifying C2 Clutch Component And Thrust Bearing 
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP. 

68. Remove the seal rings from the transaxle case. 

NOTE:

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Before replacing with new drive plates, soak them at least 2 h in ATF. 

Fig. 66: Inspecting Print Mark Of All Drive Plates 
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP. 

 

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Fig. 68: Identifying Seal Rings 
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69. Remove the transaxle case plate No.2. 

Fig. 69: Identifying Transaxle Case Plate No.2 Bolt 
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70. Remove the transaxle case plate No.3. 

CAUTION:



Do not damage the transaxle case.  



If using a screwdriver, use a wooden block or equivalent to 
avoid damaging the fitting surface of the transaxle case.  

 

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Fig. 70: Identifying Transaxle Case Plate No.3 Bolt
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP. 

71. Remove the oil seal lip using a razor.  

72. Using a tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver, remove the oil seal (transaxle case side). 

73. Using a tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver, remove the oil seal (manual shaft). 

Fig. 72: Removing Oil Seal (Manual Shaft) 
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP. 

OIL PUMP DISASSEMBLY/ASSEMBLY 

Components 

CAUTION:



Do not damage the transaxle case.  



If using a screwdriver, use a wooden block or equivalent to 
avoid damaging the fitting surface of the transaxle case. 

Fig. 71: Removing Oil Seal (Transaxle Case Side) 
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP. 

 

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Fig. 73: Identifying Oil Pump Components 
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP. 

Disassembly Procedure 

1. Remove the O-ring from the oil pump. 

 

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