Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring 2009 Manual page 585

UPPER TIMING CHAIN GUIDE (RH) REMOVAL NOTE
1. Loosen the upper timing chain guide (RH) bolt A.
2. Remove the upper timing chain guide (RH) bolt B.
Fig. 19: Identifying Upper Timing Chain Guide And Bolts
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3. Move the upper timing chain guide (RH) as shown.
4. Retighten the bolt A.
Fig. 20: Identifying Upper Timing Chain Guide And Bolts
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WATER PUMP REMOVAL NOTE
NOTE:
When the water pump is removed, the engine coolant may flow through
the cylinder block and penetrate the oil pan. To prevent the engine coolant
from accumulating in the oil pan, remove the oil pan drain plug before
removing the water pump.
1. Remove the oil pan drain plug.
2. To prevent engine coolant from penetrating the oil pan, line the cylinder block with plastic sheeting as
shown in the figure before removing the water pump.
2008 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring
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