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Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring. Manual - part 518

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.

2. Remove the engine cover.

3. Remove the fan control module No.2 with the connectors still connected. (Dual fan control module) (See

COOLING FAN COMPONENT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZI-3.7] .)

4. Remove the oil pressure switch.

5. Screw the SSTs into the oil pressure switch installation hole.

6. Connect the negative battery cable.

7. Warm up the engine to normal operating temperature.

8. Run the engine at the specified speed, and note the gauge readings.

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If not within the specification, inspect for the cause and repair or replace if necessary.

Fig. 4: Identifying Oil Pressure With SST
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

Oil pressure (reference value) [oil temperature: 93.3°C {200°F}]

310-621 kPa {3.17-6.33 kgf/cm

, 45.0-90.0 psi} [2,000 rpm]

9. Stop the engine and wait until it is cool.

10. Disconnect the negative battery cable.

11. Remove the SSTs.

on safety stands.

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Continuous exposure to USED engine oil has caused skin cancer in
laboratory mice. Protect your skin by washing with soap and water
immediately after working with engine oil.

NOTE:

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The oil pressure can vary with oil viscosity and temperature.

CAUTION:

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Be sure there is no sealant adhering to the first two threads
from the end of the oil pressure switch to prevent a possible
operation malfunction.

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12. Apply silicone sealant to the oil pressure switch threads as shown in the figure.

13. Install the oil pressure switch.

Tightening torque

10.7-24.5 N.m {1.1-2.4 kgf.m, 7.9-18.0 ft.lbf}

14. Install the fan control module No.2. (Dual fan control module) (See COOLING FAN COMPONENT

REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZI-3.7] .)

15. Connect the negative battery cable.

Fig. 5: Applying Silicone Sealant To Oil Pressure Switch Threads
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

16. Start the engine and confirm that there is no oil leakage.

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If there is oil leakage, repair or replace the applicable part.

17. Install the engine cover.

OIL COOLER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZI-3.7]

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.

2. Drain the engine coolant. (See ENGINE COOLANT REPLACEMENT [MZI-3.7] .)

3. Remove the air cleaner and fresh air duct component. (See INTAKE-AIR SYSTEM

REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZI-3.7] .)

WARNING:

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Hot engines and engine oil can cause severe burns. Turn off the
engine and wait until it and the engine oil have cooled.

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A vehicle that is lifted but not securely supported on safety stands is
dangerous. It can slip or fall, causing death or serious injury. Never
work around or under a lifted vehicle if it is not securely supported
on safety stands.

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laboratory mice. Protect your skin by washing with soap and water
immediately after working with engine oil.

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4. Remove the cooling fan component. (See COOLING FAN COMPONENT

REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZI-3.7] .)

5. Remove the exhaust manifold insulator (LH). (See EXHAUST SYSTEM

REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZI-3.7] .)

6. Remove in the order indicated in the table.

7. Use a clean rag to wipe off the mounting surface on the oil filter adapter and the oil cooler.

8. Install in the reverse order of the removal.

9. Refill the engine coolant. (See ENGINE COOLANT REPLACEMENT [MZI-3.7] .)

10. Start the engine and confirm that there is no oil leakage.

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If there is oil leakage, repair or replace the applicable part.

11. Inspect the oil level. (See ENGINE OIL LEVEL INSPECTION [MZI-3.7].)

12. Inspect for engine coolant leakage. (See ENGINE COOLANT LEAKAGE INSPECTION [MZI-

3.7] .)

Fig. 6: Identifying Water Hose, Oil Cooler, O-Ring & Torque Specifications
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

OIL COOLER INSTALLATION NOTE

1. Tighten the oil cooler bolts in the order shown in the figure.

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Fig. 7: Identifying Oil Cooler Bolts Tighten Sequence
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

OIL PAN REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZI-3.7]

1. Drain the engine oil. (See ENGINE OIL REPLACEMENT [MZI-3.7].)

2. Remove the engine and transaxle component. (See ENGINE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZI-

3.7] .)

3. Using a hoist, lower the engine and transaxle component on a level surface.

4. Remove the automatic transaxle. (See AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

[AW6A-EL, AW6AX-EL] .)

5. Remove the drive plate. (See DRIVE PLATE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [AW6A-EL, AW6AX-

EL] .)

6. Remove the dynamic chamber and throttle body as a single unit. (See INTAKE-AIR SYSTEM

WARNING:

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Fuel vapor is hazardous. It can very easily ignite, causing serious
injury and damage. Always keep sparks and flames away from fuel.

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Fuel line spills and leakage are dangerous. Fuel can ignite and cause
serious injures or death and damage. Fuel can also intake skin and
eyes. To prevent this, always complete the "Fuel Line Safety
Procedure". (See BEFORE SERVICE PRECAUTION [MZI-3.7] .)

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Continuous exposure to USED engine oil has caused skin cancer in
laboratory nice. Protect your skin by washing with soap and water
immediately after working with engine oil.

NOTE:

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The following procedure "OIL PAN REMOVAL/INSTALLATION" is
performed after the engine and transaxle component is removed from the
vehicle.

WARNING:

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Protect and stabilize the lowered engine and transaxle
component with crossties to prevent injury or damage due to
roll over.

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