
I
MPORT
ANT INFORMATION
B
AS
IC ASSUMPTIONS
This service manual assumes
that
you h
av
e and know how
to
properly use
certain special tools which are necessary for the safe and efficient perfor-
mance
of
service operations on Mazda vehicles. The manual also assumes
that you are familiar generally with automobile systems and basic service
and repair procedures. You should
not
attempt
to
use
this manual unless
these assumptions are correct and you understand the consequences des-
cribed below.
SAFETY
RI
SK
This manual contains certain
caut
ions which you should carefully read
and follow in order' to minimize the risk
of
personal
injury
to
you
or
others
and the risk
of
improper service methods which may damage your Mazda
or render it unsafe. The fact that there are no cautions with respect to any
specific service method does
not
mean that there
is
no safety risk involved.
YOU SHOULD SATISFY YOURSELF I EVERY CASE THAT NEITHER
PERSONAL SAFETY OR VEHICLE SAFETY WILL
BE
JEOPARDIZED
BY
THE SERVICE METHOD OR TOOLS YOU SELECT.
POSSIBLE
LOSS
OF WA
RRA
NTY
The m
an
ufacturer's warranty
of
Mazda vehicles and engines can
be
voided
by improper service or repairs performed by persons other than
an
authorized
Mazda dealer.
Strict compliance with the instructions in this manual
is
necessary to prevent
loss
of
coverage under such warranties.
GENER
AL
SERVICE
INS
TRU
CTIONS
1.
If
a vehicle
is
to
be
jacked up only at the front or rear end,
be
sure
to
block wheels
in
order to ensure safety.
2.
After a vehicle
is
jacked up, do not f
ail
to support it with stands (rigid
racks).
3.
Use
fender covers, seat covers and
fl
oor covers
to
keep vehicle clean
• and prevent any damage.
4. Before servicing
an
electrical system, always disconnect the negative
cable at the battery (- ) terminal.
5.
Do
not
start
to
disassemble at once. Always make sure first whether the
trouble is
of
the kind
that
requires disassembly.
6.
If
a complecated place
is
to
be
disassembled, place punch marks, match
marks, etc., at place that will
not
affect function
in
order to make
re
-
assembly work eas
ie
r.
7. Always replace the used gaskets, "O" rings and split pins with new ones.
8. Apply sealer or grease at the parts called for.
9. Tighten the bolts and nuts
to
specified torque using a torque wrench.
10. Some
of
the service operations require the special tool.
Be
sure
to
use
the special tool where specified and follow the correct working procedure.