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Disassembly Note

NOTE:
  • Clean the transaxle assembly to prevent the entry of dirt when reassembling.
  1. Inspect transaxle during disassembly.
    Fig 1: Removing Special Tool
    G01901632Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  2. Remove the special tool.
    Fig 2: Removing Special Tool
    G01901633Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
    CAUTION:
    • Do not tilt the torque converter when removing it. This can damage the torque converter hub.
    NOTE:
    • The torque converter is filled with fluid. Position it on a table so that fluid will drain out of the torque converter into a drain pan.
  3. Using the special tool, remove the torque converter.
    Fig 3: Removing Output Shaft Speed (OSS) Sensor
    G01901634Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  4. Remove the output shaft speed (OSS) sensor.
    Fig 4: Removing Turbine Shaft Speed (TSS) Sensor
    G01901635Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  5. Remove the turbine shaft speed (TSS) sensor.
    1. Remove the bolt.
    2. Remove the TSS sensor.
    Fig 5: Removing And Discard TSS And OSS Sensor O-Ring Seals
    G01901636Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  6. Remove and discard the TSS and OSS sensor O-ring seals.
    Fig 6: Removing Transaxle Range (TR) Sensor
    G01901637Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  7. Remove the transaxle range (TR) sensor.
    1. Remove the bolts.
    2. Remove the TR sensor from the manual valve detent lever shaft.
      Fig 7: Using Special Tool, Secure Transaxle To Bench
      G01901638Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
    3. Using the special tool, secure the transaxle to the bench.
      Fig 8: Removing Drain Plug
      G01901639Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
    4. Position the drain pan under the transaxle, remove the drain plug, and drain the transaxle fluid.
      Fig 9: Removing Pump Assembly Driveshaft
      G01901640Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
    5. Remove the pump assembly driveshaft.
      Fig 10: Removing Torque Converter Impeller Hub Seal
      G01901641Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
    6. Using the special tools, remove and discard the torque converter impeller hub seal.
      Fig 11: Removing Left-Hand Differential Seals
      G01901642Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
    7. Using the special tools, remove the left-hand differential seals.
      Fig 12: Removing Right-Hand Differential Seals
      G01901643Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
    8. Using the special tools, remove the right-hand differential seals.
      Fig 13: Removing Transaxle Fluid Filler Tube Bolt
      G01901644Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
    9. Remove the transaxle fluid filler tube bolt.
      Fig 14: Removing Transaxle Fluid Filler Tube
      G01901645Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
    10. Remove the transaxle fluid filler tube.
      Fig 15: Removing And Discard Transaxle Filler Tube Grommet
      G01901646Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
    11. Remove and discard the transaxle filler tube grommet.
      Fig 16: Removing Bolts In Indicated Sequence
      G01901647Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
      NOTE:
      • Remove the bolts in the indicated sequence.
    12. Remove the main control cover bolts, and cover.
      Fig 17: Removing Main Control Cover Bolts, And Cover
      G01901648Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
    13. Remove and discard the gasket.
    14. Inspect the fitting of the main control cover vent tube for blockage.
      Fig 18: Inspecting Fitting Of Main Control Cover Vent Tube For Blockage
      G01901649Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
      NOTE:
      • Remove the bolts in the indicated sequence.
  8. Remove the main control valve body bolts.
    Fig 19: Removing Main Control Valve Body Bolts
    G01901650Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  9. Disconnect the manual valve link from the manual valve when lifting the main control valve body from the case.
    Fig 20: Disconnecting Manual Valve Link From Manual Valve When Lifting Main Control Valve Body From Case
    G01901651Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
    CAUTION:
    • Do not pull on solenoid body electrical connector wires, or use a hammer on the electrical connector.
  10. Remove the solenoid body electrical connector.
    1. Release the retaining tabs and push the connector through the transaxle case.
    Fig 21: Supporting Manual Valve And Remove Main Control
    G01901652Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  11. Support the manual valve and remove the main control.
    Fig 22: Removing Thermostatic Fluid Level Control Valve Bracket
    G01901653Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  12. Remove the thermostatic fluid level control valve bracket.
    1. Remove the bolt.
    2. Remove the bracket.
      Fig 23: Removing Thermostatic Fluid Level Control Valve
      G01901654Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  13. Remove the thermostatic fluid level control valve.
    Fig 24: Removing Forward Clutch Circuit Filter
    G01901655Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  14. Using the special tool, remove the forward clutch circuit filter (if equipped).
    Fig 25: Removing Servo Assembly
    G01901656Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
    WARNING:
    • The servo and servo cover are under high spring force. Use caution when removing servo cover. Failure to follow these instructions can result in personal injury.
    CAUTION:
    • Do not use a screwdriver to remove the retaining ring or damage to the case can occur. Use only snap ring pliers to remove the retaining ring.
  15. Using the special tool, remove the servo assembly.
    1. Install the special tool.
    2. Compress the servo assembly by tightening the bolt.
    3. Remove the retaining ring.
  16. Remove the servo cover assembly.
  17. Remove the intermediate and overdrive servo piston and return spring.
    Fig 26: Inspecting Intermediate And Overdrive Servo Assembly And Bore For Damage Or Wear
    G01901657Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE:
    • If the bonded seal is damaged, install a new servo assembly.
  18. Inspect the intermediate and overdrive servo assembly and bore for damage or wear.
    1. Servo cover with bonded seal.
    2. Cushion spring.
    3. Servo apply rod.
    4. Servo return spring.
    5. Case servo bore.
      Fig 27: Removing 20 Bolts
      G01901658Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
      NOTE:
      • Position the transaxle with the torque converter housing facing upward.
  19. Remove the 20 bolts.
    Fig 28: Separating Torque Converter Housing From Transaxle Case
    G01901659Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE:
    • Place the torque converter housing on the engine flange side after removal to prevent damage to the lube tube.
  20. Separate the torque converter housing from the transaxle case.
    1. Remove and discard the transaxle split flange gasket.
    Fig 29: Removing Differential Bearing And Shim
    G01901660Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  21. Remove the differential bearing and shim.
    1. Remove the No. 15 differential bearing.
    2. Remove the No. 14 differential bearing shim.
      Fig 30: Removing Final Drive Carrier And Differential Assembly
      G01901661Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  22. Remove the final drive carrier and differential assembly.
    Fig 31: Removing No. 13 Driven Sprocket Thrust Bearing
    G01901662Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  23. Remove the No. 13 driven sprocket thrust bearing.
    Fig 32: Uncliping And Remove Chain Pan Cover
    G01901663Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  24. Unclip and remove the chain pan cover.
    Fig 33: Removing No. 10 Driven Sprocket Thrust Washer From Reverse/Overdrive Ring Gear Assembly
    G01901664Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE:
    • The driven sprocket thrust washer may adhere to the converter housing.
  25. Remove the No. 10 driven sprocket thrust washer from the reverse/overdrive ring gear assembly.
    Fig 34: Removing Chain Drive, Reverse/Overdrive Ring Gear And Driven Sprocket Assembly
    G01901665Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  26. Remove the chain drive, reverse/overdrive ring gear, and driven sprocket assembly.
    Fig 35: Separating Drive Chain Assembly From Driven Sprocket Assembly And Reverse/Overdrive Ring Gear Assembly
    G01901666Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  27. Separate the drive chain assembly from the driven sprocket assembly and reverse/overdrive ring gear assembly.
    Fig 36: Removing Chain Pan (With Magnet Retained) From Transaxle Case
    G01901667Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE:
    • Inspect the magnet located on the chain pan for excessive metal particles.
  28. Remove the chain pan (with the magnet retained) from the transaxle case.
    Fig 37: Assembling Special Tools
    G01901668Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  29. Assemble the special tools.
    Fig 38: Removing Fluid Filter Recirculating Regulator Exhaust Seal
    G01901669Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  30. Using the special tools, remove and discard fluid filter recirculating regulator exhaust seal.
    Fig 39: Removing Fluid Filter And Seal Assembly
    G01901670Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  31. Remove the fluid filter and seal assembly.
    1. Discard the fluid filter.
    2. Discard the fluid filter seal.
      Fig 40: Removing No. 12 Driven Sprocket Bearing
      G01901671Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  32. Remove the No. 12 driven sprocket bearing.
    Fig 41: Removing No. 11 Driven Sprocket Shim (Selective Fit)
    G01901672Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  33. Remove the No. 11 driven sprocket shim (selective fit).
    Fig 42: Disconnecting Parking Lever Actuating Rod From Parking Cam Actuator Lever Assembly
    G01901673Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  34. Disconnect the parking lever actuating rod from the parking cam actuator lever assembly.
    Fig 43: Disconnecting Parking Lever Actuation Rod From Manual Valve Detent Lever, And Remove Parking Lever Actuation Rod
    G01901674Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  35. Disconnect the parking lever actuation rod from the manual valve detent lever, and remove the parking lever actuation rod.
    Fig 44: Removing No. 9 Reverse/Overdrive Ring Gear Thrust Bearing
    G01901675Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE:
    • The thrust bearing may adhere to the reverse/overdrive sprocket.
  36. Remove the No. 9 reverse/overdrive ring gear thrust bearing.
    Fig 45: Removing Reverse/Overdrive Carrier Assembly With Captured No. 8 Thrust Bearing
    G01901676Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE:
    • The thrust bearing is part of the reverse/overdrive carrier assembly.
  37. Remove the reverse/overdrive carrier assembly with captured No. 8 thrust bearing.
    Fig 46: Removing Reverse/Overdrive Sun Gear And Shell Assembly
    G01901677Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  38. Remove the reverse/overdrive sun gear and shell assembly.
    Fig 47: Removing Reverse/Overdrive Sun Gear And No. 7 Shell Thrust Bearing
    G01901678Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE:
    • The thrust bearing may adhere to the reverse/overdrive sun gear and shell.
  39. Remove the reverse/overdrive sun gear and No. 7 shell thrust bearing.
    Fig 48: Removing Low/Intermediate Ring Gear Assembly
    G01901679Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  40. Remove the low/intermediate ring gear assembly.
    Fig 49: Removing No. 6 Low/Intermediate Carrier Thrust Bearing
    G01901680Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE:
    • The low/intermediate carrier thrust bearing may adhere to the low/intermediate ring gear.
  41. Remove the No. 6 low/intermediate carrier thrust bearing.
    Fig 50: Removing Low/Intermediate Carrier Assembly
    G01901681Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  42. Remove the low/intermediate carrier assembly.
    Fig 51: Removing No. 5 Low/Intermediate Sun Gear Thrust Bearing And Tag For Installation
    G01901682Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  43. Remove the No. 5 low/intermediate sun gear thrust bearing and tag for installation.
    Fig 52: Removing Forward One-Way Clutch And Low/Intermediate Sun Gear
    G01901683Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  44. Remove the forward one-way clutch and low/intermediate sun gear.
    Fig 53: Removing No. 4 Turbine Shaft Thrust Bearing
    G01901684Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE:
    • The turbine shaft thrust bearing may adhere to the forward one-way clutch and low/intermediate sun gear.
  45. Remove the No. 4 turbine shaft thrust bearing.
    Fig 54: Removing Turbine Shaft Assembly
    G01901685Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  46. Remove the turbine shaft assembly.
    Fig 55: Removing Forward/Coast/Direct Cylinder Assembly And Reverse Clutch Drum Assembly From Transaxle
    G01901686Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  47. Remove the forward/coast/direct cylinder assembly and reverse clutch drum assembly from the transaxle.
    Fig 56: Removing Forward/Coast/Direct Clutch Cylinder From Reverse Clutch Drum Assembly
    G01901687Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  48. Remove the forward/coast/direct clutch cylinder from the reverse clutch drum assembly.
    NOTE:
    • The pump support thrust bearing assembly may adhere to the reverse clutch drum assembly.
    49. Fig 57: Removing No. 1 Pump Support Thrust Bearing
    G01901688Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  49. Remove the No. 1 pump support thrust bearing and tag for installation.
    Fig 58: Removing Low One-Way Clutch Retaining Ring
    G01901689Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  50. Remove the low one-way clutch retaining ring.
    Fig 59: Removing Low One-Way Clutch Thrust Plate
    G01901690Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  51. Remove the low one-way clutch thrust plate.
    Fig 60: Removing Low One-Way Clutch Assembly
    G01901691Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE:
    • The low one-way clutch assembly should be removed as an assembly.
  52. Remove the low one-way clutch assembly.
    Fig 61: Removing Low/Reverse Clutch Wave Spring
    G01901692Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  53. Remove the low/reverse clutch wave spring.
    Fig 62: Remove The Low/Reverse Clutch Plates
    G01901693Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  54. Remove the low/reverse clutch plates.
    1. Inspect the friction plates for partially stripped, broken or bent spline teeth, burnt, worn or flaked-off friction material, and warped or bent friction discs.
    2. Inspect the steel plates for heat discoloration or warpage.
      Fig 63: Removing Low/Reverse Clutch Return Spring Retaining Ring
      G01901694Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  55. Remove the low/reverse clutch return spring retaining ring.
    Fig 64: Removing Low/Reverse Clutch Return Spring Assembly
    G01901695Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  56. Remove the low/reverse clutch return spring assembly.
    Fig 65: Removing Low/Reverse Clutch Piston
    G01901696Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE:
    • Rotate the low/reverse clutch piston while pulling upward.
  57. Remove the low/reverse clutch piston.
    Fig 66: Removing Pump Assembly Bolts
    G01901697Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE:
    • Position the transaxle so the pump assembly is facing upward.
  58. Remove the pump assembly bolts.
    Fig 67: Removing Pump Assembly
    G01901698Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  59. Using the special tools, remove the pump assembly.
    1. Install the special tool.
    2. Assemble the special tools.
    3. Using the special tools, remove the pump assembly.
    Fig 68: Removing Intermediate And Overdrive Band Assembly From Case
    G01901699Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  60. Remove the intermediate and overdrive band assembly from the case.
    1. Inspect the intermediate and overdrive band assembly for damage and wear.
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