Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring 2009 Manual page 394

2008 TRANSMISSION Automatic Transaxle (AW6A-EL, AW6AX-EL) - Mazda CX-9
8. Install the transaxle (See AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [AW6A-EL,
AW6AX-EL].)
9. Add ATF to the specified level. (See AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE FLUID (ATF) REPLACEMENT
[AW6A-EL, AW6AX-EL].)
10. Connect the negative cable.
11. Perform the mechanical system test. (See MECHANICAL SYSTEM TEST [AW6A-EL, AW6AX-
EL].)
Fig. 84: Tapping Oil Seal
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DIFFERENTIAL GEAR O-RING REPLACEMENT [AW6A-EL, AW6AX-EL]
CAUTION:
1. Remove the drive shaft and joint shaft. (See JOINT SHAFT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [2WD] .)
(See FRONT DRIVE SHAFT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
CAUTION:
2. Remove and discard the O-ring using a tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver.
CAUTION:
3. Apply ATF to a new O-ring and install it to the differential case.
4. Install the drive shaft and joint shaft. (See JOINT SHAFT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [2WD] .)
(See FRONT DRIVE SHAFT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
2008 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring
The O-ring is easily damaged by the sharp edges of the drive shaft
splines. Do not let the splines contact the O-ring.
Do not damage the differential case.
Do not damage the O-ring.
Do not damage the differential case.