engine oil MAZDA 6 2002 Workshop Manual Suplement

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NSTEERING SYSTEM
OUTLINE................................................................ N-2
OUTLINE OF CONSTRUCTION.......................... N-2
FEATURES .......................................................... N-2
SPECIFICATIONS ............................................... N-2
STRUCTURAL VIEW ...........................................N-3
OUTLINE................................................................ N-5
SUPPLEMENTAL SERVICE
INFORMATION .................................................N-5
ENGINE SPEED SENSING POWER
STEERING........................................................... N-6
POWER STEERING FLUID INSPECTION ..........N-6
STEERING GEAR AND LINKAGE
(MZR-CD (RF TURBO))
REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ..............................N-8
STEERING GEAR AND LINKAGE (4WD)
REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ............................N-13
POWER STEERING OIL PUMP
(MZR-CD (RF TURBO))
REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ............................N-16
POWER STEERING OIL PUMP
(MZR-CD (RF TURBO))
DISASSEMBLY/ASSEMBLY .......................... N-17 FEATURES
SERVICE

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OUTLINE
OUTLINE OF CONSTRUCTIONA6E660201036201•The construction and operation of the steering system is essentially carried over from that of the current
Mazda6 (GG), except for the following features. (See Mazda6 Training Manual 3359-1*-02C.)
• Due to the addition of the MZR-CD (RF Turbo) engine, a gear-driven power steering oil pump has been
adopted. The operation of the oil pump is the same as that of the current Mazda6 (GG).
• The disassembly/assembly procedures for the steering gear and linkage of the newly equipped MZR-CD (RF
Turbo) engine, wagon and 4WD models are the same as that of the current Mazda6 (GG).
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FEATURESA6E660201036202Improved Steering Feel
• The fluid pressure characteristics of the power steering system has been optimized (MZR-CD (RF Turbo) and
4WD models).
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SPECIFICATIONSA6E660201036203
* : When reservoir tank is at maximum volume
Bold frame:New specifications
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OUTLINE
Item New Mazda6
(GG) (4SD, 5HB) New Mazda6 (GY) (Wagon) Current Mazda6
(GG) (4SD, 5HB)
Drive train 2WD 4WD 2WD
Steering
wheel Outer diameter
370 {14.6}
(mm {in})
Lock-to-lock 18 inch wheel specification vehicles: 2.65
Except for above: 2.75 2.75
(turns)
Steering gear
and linkage Type Rack-and-pinion
Rack stroke 18 inch wheel specification vehicles:
141.6—143.6 {5.57—5.65}
Except for above:146.8—148.8
{5.78—5.85} 146.8—148.8 {5.78—5.85}
(mm {in})
Steering
column and
shaft Shaft type Collapsible
Joint type 2-cross joint
Amount of tilt
45 {1.8}
(mm {in})
Amount of telescope
(If equipped) 50 {2.0}
(mm {in})
Powe r
steering
system Power assist type Engine speed sensing
Pow er
steering
fluid
Ty p e
M-
III or equivalent (e.g. Dexron®II)
Fluid capacity
*
(approximate
quantity) MTX (except MZR-CD (RF Turbo)):
0.80 {0.85, 0.70}
ATX: 0.87 {0.92, 0.77} MZR-CD (RF Turbo):
0.86 {0.91, 0.76} 0.89 {0.94, 0.78}
MTX:
0.80 {0.85, 0.70}
AT X :
0.87 {0.92, 0.77}
(L {US qt, Imp qt})

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POWER STEERING FLUID INSPECTIONA6E661432040201Fluid Level Inspection
1. Inspect the power steering fluid level.
•Add fluid to the specified level as necessary.
Fluid specification
ATF M-III or equivalent (e.g. Dexron
®II)
Fluid Leakage Inspection
Caution
•If the steering wheel is kept in the fully turned position for more than 5 seconds, the fluid
temperature will rise excessively and adversely affect the oil pump.
1. Start the engine and let it idle.
2. Turn the steering wheel fully to the left and right to apply fluid pressure.
Note
•The points where fluid leakage may occur are indicated in the figure.
3. Inspect for fluid leakage.
•If fluid leakage is found, replace the related pipe or hose.
ENGINE SPEED SENSING POWER STEERING
L.H.D.
ATX
MTX
R.H.D.
ATX
MTX MZR-CD (RF Turbo)
EXCEPT MZR-CD (RF Turbo)L.H.D
R.H.D
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Fluid Pressure Inspection
1. Assemble the SSTs as shown in the figure.
2. Disconnect the pressure pipe from the oil pump,
and connect the SSTs.
Tightening torque
29.4—44.1 N·m {3.0—4.4 kgf·m, 22—32 ft·lbf}
3. Bleed the air from the system.
4. Open the gauge valve fully.
5. Start the engine and turn the steering wheel fully
left and right to raise the fluid temperature to 50—
60 °C {122—140 °F}.
6. Close the gauge valve completely.
7. Increase the engine speed to 1,000—1,500 rpm
and measure the fluid pressure generated by the
oil pump.
•If the pressure is not within the specification,
repair or replace the oil pump component.
Caution
•If the valve is left closed for more than 5
seconds, the fluid temperature will rise
excessively and adversely affect the oil
pump.
Oil pump fluid pressure
(MPa {kgf/cm
2, psi})
Type Oil pump fluid pressure
2WD
(Except MZR-CD
(RF Turbo))10.80—11.29
{110.2—115.1, 1,567—1637}
MZR-CD
(RF Turbo)11.31—11.80
{115.4—120.3, 1,641—1,711}
4WD10.30—10.79
{105.1—110.0, 1,490—1,564}
49 1232 670B
49 H002 671
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49 G032 351
49 G032 353
49 G032 352
49 G032 352
49 G032 351
49 G032 353
MZR-CD (RF Turbo)
EXCEPT MZR-CD (RF Turbo)
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THERMOMETER50—60
{122—140 }°
°F
GAUGE
CLOSE VALVE
COMPLETELY
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8. Open the gauge valve fully and increase the
engine speed to 1,000—1,500 rpm.
9. Turn the steering wheel fully to the left and right,
then measure the fluid pressure generated at the
gear housing.
•If the pressure is not within the specification,
repair or replace the steering gear
component.
Caution
•If the steering wheel is kept in the fully
turned position for more than 5 seconds,
the fluid temperature will rise excessively
and adversely affect the oil pump.
Gear housing fluid pressure
(MPa {kgf/cm
2, psi})
10. Remove the SSTs. Install and tighten the pressure pipe to the specified torque.
Tightening torque
29.4—44.1 N·m {3.0—4.4 kgf·m, 22—32 ft·lbf}
11. Bleed the air from the system.
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STEERING GEAR AND LINKAGE (MZR-CD (RF TURBO)) REMOVAL/INSTALLATIONA6E661432960201
Caution
•Performing the following procedures without first removing the ABS wheel-speed sensor may
possibly cause an open circuit in the harness if it is pulled by mistake. Before performing the
following procedures, remove the ABS wheel-speed sensor (axle side) and fix it to an appropriate
place where the sensor will not be pulled by mistake while servicing the vehicle.
L.H.D.
1. Remove the under cover and mud guard. (Left side)
2. Remove the front auto leveling sensor.
3. Separate the stabilizer control link. (shock absorber side)
4. Separate the front lower arm (front and rear) ball joint.
5. Remove the shock absorber bolt. (lower side)
6. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
7. Install in the reverse order of removal.
8. Inspect the toe-in.
9. Adjust the headlight zeroset.
Type Oil pump fluid pressure
2WD
(Except MZR-CD
(RF Turbo))10.80—11.29
{110.2—115.1, 1,567—1637}
MZR-CD
(RF Turbo)11.31—11.80
{115.4—120.3, 1,641—1,711}
4WD10.30—10.79
{105.1—110.0, 1,490—1,564}
THERMOMETER50—60
{122—140 }°
°F
GAUGE
OPEN VALVE
COMPLETELY
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POWER STEERING OIL PUMP (MZR-CD (RF TURBO)) REMOVAL/INSTALLATIONA6E6614326502011. Remove the air cleaner.
2. Remove the battery and battery tray.
3. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
4. Install in the reverse order of removal.
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OILOILR
R
R
4
3
1
229.4—44.1
{3.00—4.49, 21.7—32.5} 18.6—25.5
{1.90—2.60,
13.8—18.8}
N·m {kgf·m, ft·lbf}
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1 Pressure pipe
2 Return hose3 Power steering oil pump
4 O-ring

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POWER STEERING OIL PUMP (MZR-CD (RF TURBO)) DISASSEMBLY/ASSEMBLYA6E661432650202
Note
•The following procedure is for replacement of the O-ring and oil seal only. Replace the pump component if
other repairs are necessary.
1. Disassemble in the order indicated in the table.
2. Assemble in the reverse order of disassembly.
.
9
8
7
5
4
3
10
6
1
2
15
16
14
13
11
12
SST
R
ATFTF
22—26
{2.3—2.6, 17—19}
N·m {kgf·m, ft·lbf}
R
ATFTF
R
R
ATFTF
ATFTF
ATFTF
R
31.1—47.0
{3.18—4.79, 23.0—34.6}
31.1—47.0
{3.18—4.79, 23.0—34.6}
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1 Power steering oil pump component
(See N–18 Power Steering Oil Pump Component
Disassembly Note)
2Clip
(See N–18 Clip Disassembly Note)
(See N–19 Clip Assembly Note)
3 Reservoir tank4 O-ring
5Joint
6 Connector
7 O-ring
8 Control valve
9Spring

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Power Steering Oil Pump Component Disassembly Note
1. Secure the power pressure oil pump using the SST.
Caution
•Use the SST to prevent damage to the
pump when securing it in a vise.
Clip Disassembly Note
1. Lift up the clip tab using a flathead screwdriver.
2. Remove the clip by pushing it with a flathead
screwdriver and a hammer as shown in the figure.
Vane Assembly Note
1. Place the vanes in the rotor with the rounded
edges contacting the cam.
10 Rear pump body
(See N–19 Rear Pump Body Assembly Note)
11 Gasket
12 Cam ring
(See N–19 Cam Ring Assembly Note)13 Rotor
14 Vane
(See N–18 Vane Assembly Note)
15 Side plate
16 Power steering oil pump
49 F032 301
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CONVENTIONAL BRAKE SYSTEM
VACUUM SWITCH REMOVAL/INSTALLATION (MZR-CD (RF TURBO))A6E6912663902021. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
2. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Vacuum Switch Installation Note Caution• Do not apply sealant to the lip of the vacuum switch as it may cause a malfunction to occur.
1. Apply sealant to the new vacuum switch in the area shown in the figure.
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VACUUM PUMP INSPECTION (MZR-CD (RF TURBO))A6E6912187772011. Warn up the engine.
2. Disconnect the vacuum hose from the vacuum pump and connect a vacuum gauge as shown in
the figure, then check the vacuum.• If the pressure is less than the specification,
inspect for the following.
— Malfunction of the vacuum pump
— Shortage of the lubrication oil pressure
Vacuum specification (In 8 seconds) Engine speed 1,270 rpm: 66.6 kPa {500 mmHg, 19.7 inHg} or more
Engine speed 2,450 rpm: 93.3 kPa {700 mmHg, 27.6 inHg} or more
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1 Connector
2 Vacuum switch (See P –12 Vacu um S w itch Ins tal lat ion Note )
SEALANT
1
219.6—24.5
{2.00—2.49,
14.5—18.0}
N·m {kgf·m, ft·lbf}
A6E6912W205
SEALANT
DO NOT APPLY
SEALANT ON
THIS AREA
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SPECIFICATIONSA6E740201013203
*1: Engine coolant and engine oil are at specified level. Fuel is full. Spare tire, jack and tools are in designated position.
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2: Difference between left and right must not exceed 1 °30'.*3: Distance between wheel center and fender brim is following. 4SD and 5HB front: 402 mm {15.82 in} (reference
value) 4SD and 5HB rear: 401 mm {15.78 in} (reference value), WGN (2WD) front: 405 mm {15.94 in}
(reference value) WGN (2WD) rear: 407 mm {16.02 in} (reference value)
Bold frames: New specifications
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Item Specification
New Mazda6 Current
Mazda6
GG (4SD, 5HB) GY (WGN 2WD) GY (WGN 4WD) GG (4SD, 5HB)
Engine type LF, MZR-CD
(RF Turbo) L8, LF, L3,
MZR-CD (RF Turbo) L3 L8, LF, L3
Fr o nt
suspension Type High-mount double wishbone (with double-pivoted lower arm(s))
Spring type Coil spring
Shock absorber type
Cylindrical, double-acting
(Low-pressure gas charged with rebound spring)
Stabilizer Type Torsion bar
Diameter (mm {in}) 23 {0.91}
Wheel
alignment
(Unloaded)*
1
Total toe-in (mm {in}) Tire: 2
±4 {0.08 ±0.16}, Rim inner: 1 ±3 {0.04 ±0.12}
(degree) 0 °11 ′±0°22 ′
Maximum
steering
angle inner
18 inch wheel specification vehicles: 36
°±3°
Except for above: 39 °±3°
outer 18 inch wheel specification vehicles: 30
°±3°
Except for above: 31 °±3°
Caster
angle*
2
(reference
value) normal 3
°47 ′±1° 3°40 ′±1° 3°35 ′±1° 3°47 ′±1°
elevated*33 °42' ±1° 3°35 ′±1° —3 °42' ±1 °
Camber
angle*
2
(reference
value) normal –0
°17 ′±1° –0°15 ′±1° –0°08 ′±1° –0°17 ′±1°
elevated*3–0 °10' ±1° –0°08 ′±1° —–0 °10' ±1°
Steering
axis
inclination
(reference
value) normal 5
°28 ′ 5°24 ′ 5°16 ′ 5°28 ′
elevated
*35 °18' 5 °16 ′ —5 °18'
Rear
suspension Type E-type multi-link
Spring type Coil spring
Stabilizer
Type Torsion bar
Diameter (mm {in})
4SD: 19 {0.75}
5HB: 18 {0.71}18 {0.71} 21 {0.83}
4SD: 19 {0.75}
5HB: 18 {0.71}
Shock absorber type Cylindrical,
double-acting
(Low-pressure gas charged) Cylindrical,
double-acting
(Low-pressure gas charged)/
(High-pressure
gas charged) Cylindrical,
double-acting
(High-pressure gas charged) Cylindrical,
double-acting
(Low-pressure gas charged)
Wheel
alignment
(Unloaded)*
1
Total toe-in (mm {in}) Tire: 2
±4 {0.08 ±0.16}, Rim inner: 1 ±3 {0.04 ±0.12}
(degree) 0 °11 ′±0°22 ′
Camber
angle*
2
normal –1 °13 ′±1° –1°06 ′±1° –1°03 ′±1° –1°13 ′±1°
elevated
*3–1 °05 ′±1° –0°58 ′±1° —–1 °05 ′±1°
Thrust angle (degree) 0 °±0°48 ′