1. Disassemble in the order indicated in the table.
2. Assemble in the reverse order of disassembly.
3. Adjust the magnetic clutch clearance. (See MAGNETIC CLUTCH ADJUSTMENT.)
Bolt Removal/Installation Note
1. When removing or installing the bolt, hold the pressure plate in place as shown in the figure.
2. When installing a new A/C compressor body, replace the bolt.
Stator and Thermal Protector Removal Note
After removing the stator and thermal protector, completely remove the silicone adhering to the A/C compressor side.
Stator and Thermal Protector Installation Note
Apply approximately 1 g {0.04 oz} of silicone (Shin-Etsu Silicone KE-347W or similar) to the contact surface of the thermal protector, then thoroughly install it onto the A/C compressor, leaving no gaps.
Screw Installation Note
When installing a new stator and thermal protector, replace the screw.
Clamp Installation Note
When installing a new stator and thermal protector, replace the clamp.
Snap Ring Installation Note
When installing a new pressure plate, A/C compressor pulley, stator, or A/C compressor body, replace the snap ring.
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Driver Air Bag
The driver's air bag is mounted in the steering wheel.
When air bag crash sensors detect a frontal impact of greater than moderate force,
the driver's air bag inflates quickly helping to reduce injury mainly to the driver's
head or chest caused by directly hitting the steering wheel. For more d ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Variance Between Actual Road Conditions and Displayed Image
Some variance occurs between the actual road and the displayed road. Such variance
in distance perspective could lead to an accident. Note the following conditions
that may cause a variance in distance perspective.
When the vehicle is tilted due to the weight of passengers and load
When the ve ...