Automatic Transaxle - Service, Removal & Installation (JA5A-EL): Overview Mazda 6 GG

Scheme 707

Scheme 708

Inspection of Operation

1. Verify that the starter operates only with the ignition switch at the START position and the selector lever in P and N positions. If not as specified, inspect for continuity at the TR switch. (See «INSPECTION OF CONTINUITY».)
2. Verify that the back-up lights illuminate when shifted to R position with the ignition switch at the ON position. If not as specified, inspect for continuity at the TR switch.

Scheme 709

Scheme 710

Scheme 711

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Disconnect the TR switch connector.
3. Inspect for continuity at the TR switch. If not as specified, adjust the TR switch, then reinspect the TR switch. (See «TRANSAXLE RANGE (TR) SWITCH ADJUSTMENT [JA5A-EL]».)
4. Connect the TR switch connector.
5. Connect the negative battery cable.

Scheme 712

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Scheme 714

Scheme 715

Scheme 716

Scheme 717

Scheme 718

Scheme 719

Scheme 720

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the air cleaner component. (See «INTAKE-AIR SYSTEM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [AJ]».) CAUTION: Water or foreign objects entering the connector can cause a poor connection or corrosion. Be sure not to drop water or foreign objects on the connector when disconnecting it.
3. Disconnect the TR switch connector.
4. Remove the clip and disconnect the selector cable.
5. Rotate the manual shaft to the N position. CAUTION: Do not use an impact wrench. Hold the manual shaft lever when removing the manual shaft nut, or the transaxle may be damaged.
6. Set the adjustable wrench (Scheme 714)to hold the manual shaft lever.
7. Remove the manual shaft nut and washer.
8. Remove the manual shaft lever.
9. Remove the TR switch.
10. Rotate the manual shaft to the right fully, then return 2 notches to set the N position. CAUTION: Improper adjustment of the TR switch will cause abnormal operation of the automatic transaxle. Be sure to use the SST to adjust the TR switch correctly.
11. Using the SST and by turning the TR switch, adjust the positions of the manual shaft and the TR switch neutral hole.
12. Tighten the TR switch mounting bolts. Tightening torque 4.9-6.9 N.m {50-70 kgf.cm, 44-61 in.lbf}
13. Inspect for continuity at the TR switch between terminals C and D.
14. Remove the SST.
15. Install the manual shaft lever and washer. CAUTION: Do not use an impact wrench. Hold the manual shaft lever when tightening the manual shaft nut, or the transaxle may be damaged.
16. Set the adjustable wrench (Scheme 718)to hold the manual shaft lever.
17. Tighten the manual shaft nut using a torque wrench. Tightening torque 31.36-46.06 N.m {3.2-4.6 kgf.m, 23.2-33.9 ft.lbf}
18. Install the clip (Scheme 719) If it is bent, replace a new clip.
19. Verify that the selector lever range position and TR switch are aligned, then connect the selector cable.
20. Inspect for continuity at the TR switch. (See «INSPECTION OF CONTINUITY».)
21. Connect the TR switch connector.
22. Install the air cleaner component. (See «INTAKE-AIR SYSTEM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [AJ]».)
23. Connect the negative battery cable.
24. Inspect operation of the TR switch. (See «INSPECTION OF OPERATION».)

See also:
• SYMPTOM TROUBLESHOOTING ITEM TABLE [JA5A-EL]