Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring 2009 Manual page 180

2005-08 TRANSMISSION Automatic Transaxle Overhaul (AW6A-EL) - CX-7, CX-9 & Mazda 6
Fig. 26: Identifying Bolts Of Transaxle Case (1 Of 2)
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Fig. 27: Identifying Bolts Of Transaxle Case (2 Of 2)
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CAUTION:
26. Using a plastic hammer, tap the converter housing to remove it.
Fig. 28: Tapping Converter Housing
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27. Remove the transaxle case gaskets as shown in the figure.
2008 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring
Do not damage the fitting surface of the converter housing and
the transaxle case.