Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring. Manual - part 104

 

2008 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring 

2008 TRANSMISSION Automatic Transaxle (AW6A-EL, AW6AX-EL) - Mazda CX-9

  

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Fig. 115: View Of Oil Cooler Components & Torque Specifications
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP. 

RADIATOR (IN TANK OIL COOLER) INSTALLATION NOTE 

1. The automatic transaxle oil cooler flushing must be performed whenever a transaxle is removed for 

service because the existing fluid may be contaminated, and to prevent contamination of new fluid. 

2. Follow the instructions in the manufacturer's publication for flushing operation.  

OIL PIPE, HOSE CLAMP, OIL HOSE INSTALLATION NOTE 

1. Apply compressed air to the cooler-side opening, and blow any remaining grime and foreign material 

from the cooler pipes. Compressed air should be applied for no less than 1 min. 

Fig. 116: Applying Compressed Air To Cooler-Side 
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP. 

2. Align the marks, and slide the oil hose onto the oil pipe until it is fully seated as shown in the figure. 

3. Install the new hose clamp onto the hose.  

4. Verify that the hose clamp does not interfere with any other components. 

NOTE:

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Flushing must be performed after installation of an overhauled or 
replaced transaxle.  

NOTE:

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If reusing the hose, install the new hose clamp exactly on the mark 
left by the previous hose camp.  

 

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Fig. 117: Identifying Oil Pipe Mark 
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP. 

OIL COOLER DISASSEMBLY/ASSEMBLY [AW6A-EL, AW6AX-EL] 

1. Disassemble in the order indicated in the table.  

2. Assemble in the reverse order of disassembly. 

Fig. 118: Identifying Radiator Outer Tank, Mount Rubber, O-Ring, Washer, ATF Cooler & 

 

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Torque Specifications 
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP. 

RADIATOR OUTER TANK (IN TANK OIL COOLER) REMOVAL NOTE 

1. Inspect the height of the header tabs.  

2. Insert the end of a medium tip screwdriver between the end of the header tab and the outer tank. 

3. Pivot the screwdriver to pry the tab away from the tank and repeat the procedure for each tab.  

4. Remove the radiator outer tank and O-ring (gasket) from the core header when all of the tabs are opened. 

5. Inspect the gasket surface of the radiator core header to ensure it is clean and free of foreign material or 

damage.  

6. Inspect the radiator outer tank for warping. If it is warped, replace radiator tank. 

Fig. 120: Removing Radiator Outer Tank 
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

NOTE:

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Do not open more tabs than necessary for tank removal. 

Fig. 119: Identifying Radiator Outer Tank Height 
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP. 

NOTE:

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If any header tabs are missing from the core, replace the radiator. 

 

2008 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring 

2008 TRANSMISSION Automatic Transaxle (AW6A-EL, AW6AX-EL) - Mazda CX-9

  

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