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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Mazda CX-7 AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported Mazda CX-7 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2009 Mazda CX-7 Touring 2.3 L4 GAS

  • Ensure vehicle transmission is in neutral.
  • Raise and support vehicle and support it with safety stands in proper locations.
  • Remove wheel nuts and front wheels.
  • Remove hub nut and washer and discard. Do not allow disc brake caliper to suspend freely from brake hose. Support caliper using mechanics wire.
  • Remove front disc brake caliper, anchor plate, and pads as an assembly and position assembly aside.
  • Remove brake disc. Do not use a hammer to separate outboard CV joint from wheel hub. Damage to outboard CV joint stub shaft threads and internal CV joint components may result.
  • Se...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR Mazda CX-7 AUTOMOBILES

Description, component locations, reset procedures, relearn procedures, diagnosis and testing, wiring diagrams, component replacement, and identification of vehicles equipped and not equipped with tire pressure monitoring system for most domestic and imported Mazda CX-7 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from mid 1990's+.

Diagnosis & Testing -> Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Diagnostic Trouble Code Identification -> Intermittent & Poor Connections -> Intermittents -> Poor Connections -> Symptom Test
Vehicle: 2007 Mazda CX-7 Sport 2.3 L4 GAS

Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes

Connect a suitably programmed scan tool to Data Link Connector (DLC) and follow manufacturer's instructions.

Diagnostic Trouble Code Identification

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Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes

Connect a suitably programmed scan tool to Data Link Connector (DLC), and follow manufacturer's instructions.

Symptom Test

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Intermittent & Poor Connections

Intermittents

Most intermittents are caused by faulty electrical connections or wiring. Inspect for the following:

  • Wiring broken inside insulation.
  • Poor connection between male and female terminal at connector.
  • Poor term...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Mazda CX-7 AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported Mazda CX-7 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2009 Mazda CX-7 Grand Touring 2.3 L4 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Remove air cleaner hose intake clamps, disconnect MAP sensor connector, and remove bolts securing housing assembly.
  • Raise vehicle on lift.
  • Remove under cover bolts then remove undercover.
  • On models equipped with manual transaxle, remove clutch release cylinder with pipe still connected.
  • On all models, remove starter motor coolant wiring harness bracket nuts then remove bracket. and move hose aside before removal of starter motor.
  • Remove nut from starter cable B-termi...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Mazda CX-7 AUTOMOBILES

Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Mazda CX-7 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. as equipped to the current model year.

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Mazda -> 2007-09 CX7
Vehicle: 2007 Mazda CX-7 Grand Touring 2.3 L4 GAS

Under normal operating conditions the cabin air filter should be replaced every 24 months or 25,000 miles. In dusty areas change the cabin air filter more often.

  • Open the glove compartment.
  • Disengage the stay damper from the glove compartment, Fig. .
  • ...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR Mazda CX-7 AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Mazda CX-7 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Mazda -> Traction Control System Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 2009 Mazda CX-7 Grand Touring 2.3 L4 GAS

This lamp should light for approximately 6-8 seconds when the ignition is turned to On position as a bulb check. If the ...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Mazda CX-7 AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported Mazda CX-7 cars and light trucks from 1990+

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 Mazda CX-7 Grand Touring 2.3 L4 GAS

  • Disconnect negative cable from battery.
  • Drain coolant into a suitable container.
  • Remove charge air cooler duct, air cleaner and fresh air duct component.
  • Remove coolant reserve tank.
  • Remove dipstick pipe.
  • Remove cooling fan component.
  • Remove under cover.
  • Remove radiator upper hose.
  • Rem...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Mazda CX-7 AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Mazda CX-7 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2010 Mazda CX-7 Grand Touring 2.3 L4 GAS

  • Remove splash shield.
  • Rotate drive belt auto tensioner clockwise, usin...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR Mazda CX-7 AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most Mazda CX-7 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Pedal Assembly Diagram for 2008 Mazda CX-7 Touring 2.3 L4 GASPedal Assembly Diagram for 2008 Mazda CX-7 Touring 2.3 L4 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Brake Switch Connector
  • Brake Switch Number 2 Connector
  • Instrument Panel Diagram for 2007 Mazda CX-7 Grand Touring 2.3 L4 GASInstrument Panel Diagram for 2007 Mazda CX-7 Grand Touring 2.3 L4 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Antenna Connector
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR Mazda CX-7 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most Mazda CX-7 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2008 Mazda CX-7 Grand Touring 2.3 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram2008 Mazda CX-7 Grand Touring 2.3 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Radiator
  • Coolant Reserve Tank
  • 2008 Mazda CX-7 Sport 2.3 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram2008 Mazda CX-7 Sport 2.3 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Data Link Connector
  • Battery
  • Ignition Switch
  • Antenna
  • Audio Unit
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR Mazda CX-7 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most Mazda CX-7 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: MULTI-MODEL - CONDENSATION / FOG IN FRONT AND REAR COMBINATION LIGHTS
    Vehicle: 2009 Mazda CX-7 Grand Touring 2.3 L4 GAS

    Symptoms:
  • Leaks
  • Auto Systems:
  • Lighting, Horns, Turn Signals, Steering Column
  • Document: REAR QUARTER GLASS REPLACEMENT PRECAUTION
    Vehicle: 2009 Mazda CX-7 Grand Touring 2.3 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
  • Glass, Doors, Hood, Decklid, Tailgate, Liftgate, Locks
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR Mazda CX-7 AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most Mazda CX-7 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most Mazda CX-7 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most Mazda CX-7 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most Mazda CX-7 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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