Mazda 3 - Variable Intake-Air Shutter Valve Actuator Removal Note

Mazda 3 Workshop Manual – Engine + Wiring Diagrams + Diagnostic Trouble Codes
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- Do not pull out the intake manifold side gear.
- Do not allow foreign material to contact the intake manifold side gear.
- Keep the inside of the actuator away from foreign material.
• Improper installation of the actuator and retainer will cause gear lock and might result in shutter
valve malfunction. To prevent this, install the actuator and shutter valve as described in the
following procedure:
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
1
Variable intake-air shutter valve actuator
(See Variable Intake-air Shutter Valve Actuator Removal Note.)
(See Variable Intake-air Shutter Valve Actuator Installation Note.)
2
Retainer
(See Retainer Removal Note.)
(See Retainer Installation Note.)
3. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Variable Intake-air Shutter Valve Actuator Removal Note
1. After removing the actuator, cover it with a plastic sheet to prevent foreign material from entering the
inside of the actuator.