Warning
1. Remove the under cover.
2. Remove the oil pressure switch.
3. Screw the SST
into the oil pressure switch installation hole.
4. Warm up the engine to normal operating temperature.
5. Run the engine at the specified speed, and note the gauge readings.
Note
Oil pressure [Oil temperature: 100 ° C{212°F}]: L8, LF :
234-521 kPa {2.39-5.31 kgf/cm2, 33.9-75.5 psi} min. [ 3,000rpm]L3 :
395-649 kPa {4.03-6.61 kgf/cm2, 57.3-94.1 psi} min. [ 3,000rpm]
6. Stop the engine and wait until it is cool.
7. Remove the SST
.
Caution
Be sure there is no sealant at the end of the oil pressure switch.
8. Apply silicone sealant to the oil pressure switch threads as shown.
9. Install the oil pressure switch.
Tightening torque: 12-18 N·m {1.2-1.8 kgf·m, 9-13 ft·lbf}
10. Install the under cover.
11. Start the engine and inspect for oil leakage.
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Engine coolant temperature (ect) sensor inspection
Note
Perform the following inspection only when directed.
ECT Sensor Resistance Inspection
1. Drain the engine coolant. (See COOLING SYSTEM SERVICE WARNINGS.)
2. Remove the ECT sensor (located above the starter).
3. Place the ECT sensor in water with a thermometer, and heat the water
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Mazda 6 Service Manual: Special tools
ENGINE
Ford SST numbers are collated with Mazda SST numbers in the example below.
Ford SSTs are marked with Ford SST number.
Example
1: Mazda SST number
2: Ford SST number
LUBRICATION SYSTEM
COOLING SYSTEM
FUEL AND EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMS
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