Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring. Manual - part 57

Fig. 121: Identifying C1 Clutch Disassembly Components 
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP. 

Disassembly Procedure 

1. Using a flathead screwdriver, remove the snap ring from the C1 clutch drum. 

 

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Fig. 122: Removing Snap Ring From C1 Clutch Drum 
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP. 

2. Remove the retaining plate, drive and driven plates from the C1 clutch drum. 

3. Place the SST on the clutch balancer and compress the return spring with a press. 

NOTE:

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Inspect the number of drive and driven plates. 

Fig. 123: Identifying Retaining Plate, Drive And Driven Plates
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP. 

CAUTION:

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Do not expand the snap ring too much. 

 

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Fig. 124: Placing SST On Clutch Balancer 
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP. 

4. Remove the snap ring using snap ring pliers. 

5. Remove the clutch balancer, return spring and the retainer from the C1 clutch drum. 

Fig. 125: Identifying Clutch Balancer, Return Spring And Retainer 
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP. 

6. While pushing the C1 clutch piston by hand, apply compressed air into the oil passage as shown in the 

figure and remove the forward clutch piston from the C1 clutch drum. 

Air pressure 392 kPa {4.0 kgf/cm

2

 , 57 psi} 

 

CAUTION:



Do not damage the seal on the clutch balancer. 

NOTE:



When applying compressed air, block the one oil passage of the C1 
clutch drum as shown in the figure. 

 

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7. Remove the O-rings from the C1 clutch drum. 

Fig. 127: Identifying O-Rings Of C1 Clutch Drum 
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP. 

C1 CLUTCH INSPECTION 

1. 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.  

Fig. 126: Applying Compressed Air Into Oil Passage 
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP. 

NOTE:



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

 

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