Can you replace the timing chain on a Mazda 6?
The Mazda 6, Mazda 3 and Mazda CX7 all are fitted with the same Mazda 2.2 diesel engine which suffure from the same stretched timing chain problem and if your vehicle is still under warranty then Mazda will replace the timing chain free of charge, but if it not, then make sure your sitting down when the give you the estimate.
How to change the timing belt on a Mazda 626?
1) With the 626 in the bay, the first step is to remove the battery cable, spark plugs and cam and crank sensors. 2) Remove the drive belts and move the power steering pump to the side, with hoses attached. 3) Remove the valve cover and position the engine so the number one cylinder is on top dead center of the compression stroke.
How do you suspend a chain in a Mazda 6?
1. Using a thin screwdriver, hold the chain tensioner ratchet lock mechanism away from the ratchet stem. 2. Slowly compress the tensioner piston. 3. Hold the tensioner piston using a 1.5 mm {0.059 in} wire or paper clip. Suspend the engine using the SSTs .
What’s the D P F light on a Mazda 6?
The Mazda 6 and Mazda 3 timing chain replacement light is also the d p f light and will flash if the timing chain need to be replaced. If a timing chain becomes stretched beyond its limit this can lead to arrangement between the crankshaft and camshafts being interrupted which will lead to major engine failure and a very expensive repair bill.
What is the timing chain on a Mazda 6?
Mazda 6 2005, 2006, 2007 (Mazda 6 MPS) MZR 2.3 L timing chain 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 (seco 1.8 L MZR I4 timing chain 2.0 L MZR I4 timing chain 2.5 L MZR I4 timing chain
1. Using a thin screwdriver, hold the chain tensioner ratchet lock mechanism away from the ratchet stem. 2. Slowly compress the tensioner piston. 3. Hold the tensioner piston using a 1.5 mm {0.059 in} wire or paper clip. Suspend the engine using the SSTs .
What kind of engine does a Mazda 6 have?
Mazda 6 Model Year Engine 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 1.8 L MZR I4 2.0 L MZR I4 2.3 L MZR I4 3.0 L MZI V6
How is the SST installed on a Mazda 6?
1. Install the SST to the camshaft as shown. 2. Install the M6 x 1.0 bolt in by hand. 3. Turn the crankshaft clockwise the crankshaft is in the No.1 cylinder TDC position. 4. Hold the crankshaft pully by using the SST .