6. Start the engine and confirm that there is no oil leakage.
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If there is oil leakage, repair or replace the applicable part.
7. Inspect the oil level. (See
ENGINE OIL LEVEL INSPECTION [MZI-3.5]
.)
Fig. 5: Identifying Oil Filter
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
OIL COOLER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZI-3.5]
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Drain the engine coolant. (see
ENGINE COOLANT REPLACEMENT [MZI-3.5]
.)
3. Remove the air cleaner and fresh air duct component. (see
INTAKE-AIR SYSTEM
REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZI-3.5]
.)
4. Remove the cooling fan component. (see
FAN MOTOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZI-3.5]
.)
5. Remove the exhaust manifold insulator (LH). (see
EXHAUST SYSTEM
REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZI-3.5]
.)
6. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
7. Use a clean rag to wipe off the mounting surface on the oil filter adapter and the oil cooler.
8. Install in the reverse order of the removal.
9. Refill the engine coolant. (see
ENGINE COOLANT REPLACEMENT [MZI-3.5]
.)
10. Start the engine and confirm that there is no oil leakage.
WARNING:
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Hot engines and engine oil can cause severe burns. Turn off the
engine and wait until it and the engine oil have cooled.
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A vehicle that is lifted but not securely supported on safety stands is
dangerous. It can slip or fall, causing death or serious injury. Never
work around or under a lifted vehicle if it is not securely supported
on safety stands.
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Continuous exposure to USED engine oil has caused skin cancer in
laboratory mice. Protect your skin by washing with soap and water
immediately after working with engine oil.
2007 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring
2007 ENGINE Lubrication (MZI-3.5) - CX-9
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