Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring 2009 Manual page 1636

7. Complete the "AFTER SERVICE PRECAUTION". (See AFTER SERVICE PRECAUTION [MZI-
3.7].)
FUEL INJECTOR REMOVAL NOTE
CAUTION:
1. Insert a screwdriver between the injector cup and the clip fingers.
Fig. 43: Identifying Injector Cup & Clip Fingers
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NOTE:
2. Rotate the screwdriver to spread the clip fingers and remove them from the injector cup.
3. Pull the injector and clip out of the rail.
4. Remove the clip from the injector according to the following:
1. Grasp the clip with a pair of pliers.
Fig. 44: Identifying Clip Fingers & Notch
2008 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring
2008 ENGINE Fuel System (MZI-3.7) - Mazda CX-9
Use of a deformed injector retaining clip will cause the injector to not
engage correctly. Always use a new clip when reattaching the
injector, otherwise it may cause the injector to rotate.
When rotating the screwdriver to spread the clip fingers, deform
them sufficiently to make sure they release from the notched edge of
the injector cup.