Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring. Manual - part 73

Fig. 227: Identifying Thrust Bearing And Bearing Races 
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13. Apply ATF to each gear and the bushing, and then install the rear planetary gear component to the 

transaxle case.  

14. Apply ATF to the sliding surface of the one-way clutch. 

Fig. 228: Identifying Rear Planetary Gear Component 
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15. Install the one-way clutch to the transaxle case. 

NOTE:



For easy installation, while turning the rear planetary gear 
component, install it.  

 

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Fig. 229: Identifying One-Way Clutch Of Transaxle Case 
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16. Using a flathead screwdriver, install the snap ring in the groove. 

Fig. 230: Installing Snap Ring In Groove 
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17. While holding the one-way clutch component, inspect that the planetary gear turns to right (clockwise) 

but does not turn to left (counterclockwise). 

CAUTION:



Align the opening of the snap ring with the position shown in 
the figure.  

CAUTION:



Do not damage the VSS. 

 

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Fig. 231: Inspecting Planetary Gear 
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18. Install the VSS and spacer to the counter drive gear. 

Tightening torque 3.9 - 6.9 N.m {40 - 70 kgf.cm, 26 - 60 in.lbf}  

19. Apply ATF to the spline on the counter drive gear and spline on the ring gear. 

Fig. 232: Identifying VSS And Spacer Of Counter Drive Gear 
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20. Install the counter drive gear to the transaxle case. 

21. Install the new lockwashers and washers with new bolts. 

Tightening torque 82.7 - 93.6 N.m {8.5 - 9.5 kgf.cm, 61.0 - 69.0 ft.lbf}  

Bolt length (measured from below the head)

CAUTION:



Do not damage the VSS wiring harness.  



Do not pull hard on the VSS wiring harness. 

NOTE:



Verify that the claws of the lockwashers are facing upward. 

 

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A. A: 28 mm {1.102 in}  

B. B: 35 mm {1.378 in} 

Fig. 233: Identifying Bolts Of Lockwashers And Washers 
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22. Using a flathead screwdriver and a hammer, pry back the crimp locking the lockwashers. 

Fig. 234: Prying Back The Crimp Locking The Lockwashers 
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23. Apply ATF to the new O-rings.  

24. Install the O-rings to the oil cooler outlet tube.  

25. Install the oil cooler outlet tube, pipe clamp, transaxle case No. 1 plate and the wiring harness clip to the 

converter housing. 

CAUTION:

 

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