2005-08 TRANSMISSION Automatic Transaxle Overhaul (AW6A-EL) - CX-7, CX-9 & Mazda 6
CAUTION:
1. Using the SST and a hammer, install a new oil seal to the transaxle case.
Substitution SST
49 F026 102
Outer diameter: 27 mm {1.07 in} or more
Inner diameter: 15-18 mm {0.60-0.70 in}
Fig. 218: Installing Oil Seal To Transaxle Case
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
2. Apply ATF to the new seal rings and sliding surface of the transaxle case.
3. Compress the seal rings as shown in the figure. Then install the seal rings in the transaxle case.
CAUTION:
NOTE:
2008 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring
Do not damage the oil seal.
Do not expand the seal rings too much.
Be careful not to shorten the seal rings too much, when
installing the seal rings.
Inspect that seal rings rotate smoothly after installing them.