Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring 2009 Manual page 602

REAR DIFFERENTIAL COMPONENT REMOVAL NOTE
1. Detach clips as shown in the figure.
Fig. 14: Locating Clips
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2. Position the SST on the driveshaft and secure the SST with tape as shown in the figure.
CAUTION:
2008 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring
2008 DRIVELINE/AXLES Differential - Mazda CX-9
Fig. 13: Loosening Locknut
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Always secure the SST using tape because the SST may fall off
during the operation and cause injury.