Training Manual
Powertrain
(NTOM)
CT-L1001.4
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Powertrain Table of Contents
Introduction .......................................................................................00-1
Engines ..............................................................................................01-1
MESI for Engine Service and Repairs.......................................................................01-1
Petrol Engines ............................................................................................................01-5
L-type Engines............................................................................................................01-5
Mechanical (L8, LF, L3 Engine).............................................................................01-6
Features .........................................................................................................01-6
Overview.........................................................................................................01-6
Cylinder Block.................................................................................................01-7
Pistons............................................................................................................01-8
Crankshaft ......................................................................................................01-9
Balancer Shaft Unit.......................................................................................01-11
Cylinder Head...............................................................................................01-12
Camshafts ....................................................................................................01-13
Valve Actuation.............................................................................................01-14
Valve Train ...................................................................................................01-15
Timing Chain Tensioner ...............................................................................01-16
Variable Valve Timing System......................................................................01-18
Valve Timing.................................................................................................01-19
Accessory Drive Belt ....................................................................................01-21
Mechanical (L3-T Engine) ...................................................................................01-22
• Anyone associated with the diagnosis and repair of Mazda vehicles must have the knowledge to deliver a “Fix it right first time” repair. Therefore, the Mazda Masters development and qualification path provides the following training courses required for servicing Mazda vehicles: – Introduction To Mazda (NTOM) CT-L1001.1 – Mazda Modular Diagnostic System (NTOM) CT-L1001.2 – Chassis and Body (NTOM) CT-L1001.3 – Powertrain (NTOM) CT-L1001.4
• Anyone associated with the diagnosis and repair of Mazda vehicles must have the knowledge to deliver a “Fix it right first time” repair. Therefore, the Mazda Masters development and qualification path provides the following training courses required for servicing Mazda vehicles: – Introduction To Mazda (NTOM) CT-L1001.1 – Mazda Modular Diagnostic System (NTOM) CT-L1001.2 – Chassis and Body (NTOM) CT-L1001.3 – Powertrain (NTOM) CT-L1001.4
