What are the crucial steps and precautions to follow when working on the Timing Chain, Timing Chain Guide and Timing Chain Tensioner on Mazda 6?

It is a complicated timing system and serious engine damage may be achieved in case of errors; hence, only the most experienced people can have an attempt at such a procedure, and it is always important to check all work two times and then start engine on. In the case of a 3.0L, start by getting the timing chain cover off and slide the crankshaft position sensor trigger wheel off the crankshaft ensuring that the pulse wheel fits in its proper place. Disconnect the spark plugs, and observe that there are two timing chains, in which case the front chain is the one that is operating the camshaft sprockets on the rear cylinder head as well as the chain that is nearest to the block, operating the camshafts at the front. Install the crankshaft retaining bolt that has the pulley, spin the crankshaft clockwise until the keyway is at 11 o'clock position of the TDC and check the alignment of the camshaft sprockets. Take out the VCT assembly and timing chain tensioner of the rear chain and raise the rear timing chain out of the cam sprockets. Once the chain guide/VCT assembly is removed, it is necessary to slide the rear timing sprocket, rotate the crankshaft so as to position the camshafts in their neutral position and repeat these steps with the front timing chain. Special camshaft holding tools are needed in case of 3.7L engine and it is recommendable to replace water pump during this process. Once the timing chain cover is removed and the engine is set to TDC, the camshaft holding tools are to be installed, the VCT assembly mounting bolts removed, and the tensioners, labeling chain links where needed. Inspect and clean all components of wear or wear, and replace dubious components. Installation It is important to ensure that the tensioners of the timing chains are completely compressed and screwed, the colored links are properly aligned with the index marks, and all parts are properly in place before reassembling. Once the crankshaft is installed, test the crankshaft to confirm that it is free of any binding, secure the timing chain cover and refill the engine with oil and coolant before reconnecting the battery and start the engine to verify that there are no leaks.

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Mazda 6 Chain Guide Part Number: CY01-12-611
$18.23 MSRP: $24.31
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- Other Name: Guide, Chain; Chain Guide
- Replaces: ZZJ1-12-611
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mazda's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2009-2011 Mazda 6 | S | 6 Cyl 3.7 L GAS
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Mazda 6 Chain Guide Part Number: L3K9-14-614
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- Other Name: Guide, Oil Pump Chain
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mazda's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2006-2007 Mazda 6 | Mazdaspeed | 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS
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Mazda 6 Guide Part Number: PEDD-12-611
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- Other Name: Guide, Chain; Chain Guide, Guide
- Replaces: PE01-12-611, PE7W-12-611
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mazda's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2018-2021 Mazda 6 | Sport, Touring | 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
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Mazda 6 Guide Part Number: PY01-14-614A
$14.45 MSRP: $19.28
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- Other Name: Guide, Oil Pump Chain; Chain Guide, Guide
- Replaces: PY01-14-614
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mazda's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2014-2017 Mazda 6 | Grand Touring, Sport, Touring | 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
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Mazda 6 Guide Part Number: PX13-14-614
$15.00 MSRP: $20.01
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- Other Name: Guide, Oil Pump Chain; Chain Guide, Guide
- Replaces: PY8W-14-614A
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mazda's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2018-2021 Mazda 6 | Carbon Edition, Grand Touring, Grand Touring Reserve, Signature, Sport, Touring | 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
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Mazda 6 Chain Guide Part Number: CY01-12-614
$16.50 MSRP: $22.00
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- Other Name: Guide, Chain
- Replaces: ZZJ1-12-610
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mazda's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2009-2011 Mazda 6 | S | 6 Cyl 3.7 L GAS
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Mazda 6 Chain Guide Part Number: CA51-12-614
$20.26 MSRP: $27.02
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- Other Name: Guide, Chain
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- 2011-2013 Mazda 6 | S | 6 Cyl 3.7 L GAS
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Mazda 6 Chain Guide Part Number: CA51-12-611
$29.75 MSRP: $39.67
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- Other Name: Guide, Chain; Chain Guide
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mazda's factory warranty.
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- 2011-2013 Mazda 6 | S | 6 Cyl 3.7 L GAS
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Mazda 6 Chain Guide Part Number: PY01-12-614A
$37.85 MSRP: $50.48
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- Other Name: Guide, Chain
- Replaced by: PY01-12-614B
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mazda's factory warranty.
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- 2014-2021 Mazda 6 | Carbon Edition, Grand Touring, Grand Touring Reserve, Signature, Sport, Touring | 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
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Mazda 6 Chain Guide Part Number: L3G3-12-614
$37.94 MSRP: $50.59
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- Other Name: Guide, Chain
- Replaces: 1F20-12-610
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mazda's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2007-2013 Mazda 6 | i, Mazdaspeed | 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
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Mazda 6 Lever Part Number: L3G3-12-671
$44.05 MSRP: $58.74
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- Other Name: Lever, Chain; Chain Guide, Lever
- Replaces: 1F20-12-500
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mazda's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2007-2013 Mazda 6 | i, Mazdaspeed | 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
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Mazda 6 Lever Part Number: L3K9-12-671
$44.26 MSRP: $59.04
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- Other Name: Lever, Chain; Tensioner Guide
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mazda's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2006-2007 Mazda 6 | Mazdaspeed | 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS
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Mazda 6 Chain Guide Part Number: L3K9-12-614
$48.65 MSRP: $64.89
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- Other Name: Guide, Chain
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mazda's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2006-2007 Mazda 6 | Mazdaspeed | 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS
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Mazda 6 Chain Guide Part Number: AJ5T-12-610
$190.55 MSRP: $254.12
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- Other Name: CHAIN GUIDE (RIGHT)
- Replaces: AJ57-12-610, AJ57-12-610A
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mazda's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2003-2008 Mazda 6 | S | 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS
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Mazda 6 Chain Guide Part Number: PY01-12-611
$11.69 MSRP: $15.59
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- Other Name: Guide, Chain
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mazda's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2014-2021 Mazda 6 | Carbon Edition, Grand Touring, Grand Touring Reserve, Signature, Sport, Touring | 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
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Mazda 6 Chain Guide Part Number: CA51-12-613
$16.14 MSRP: $21.51
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- Other Name: Guide, Chain
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mazda's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2011-2013 Mazda 6 | S | 6 Cyl 3.7 L GAS
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Mazda 6 Guide Part Number: PYFA-12-610
$21.71 MSRP: $28.96
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- Other Name: Chain Guide; Guide
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mazda's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2018-2020 Mazda 6 | Sport, Touring | 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
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Mazda 6 Chain Guide Part Number: CY01-12-613A
$19.25 MSRP: $25.67
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- Other Name: Guide, Chain
- Replaced by: ZZJ1-12-613A
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mazda's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2009-2011 Mazda 6 | S | 6 Cyl 3.7 L GAS
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Mazda 6 Chain Guide Part Number: AJTT-12-6B0
Product Specifications
- Other Name: GUIDE,CHAIN (LEFT)
- Replaces: AJ57-12-6B0A, AJ57-12-6B0
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mazda's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2003-2008 Mazda 6 | S | 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS
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Mazda 6 Chain Guide Part Number: L305-12-614
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Guide, Chain
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mazda's factory warranty.
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- 2003-2007 Mazda 6 | i, Mazdaspeed | 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS

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Q: What are the crucial steps and precautions to follow when working on the Timing Chain, Timing Chain Guide and Timing Chain Tensioner on Mazda 6?
A:
It is a complicated timing system and serious engine damage may be achieved in case of errors; hence, only the most experienced people can have an attempt at such a procedure, and it is always important to check all work two times and then start engine on. In the case of a 3.0L, start by getting the timing chain cover off and slide the crankshaft position sensor trigger wheel off the crankshaft ensuring that the pulse wheel fits in its proper place. Disconnect the spark plugs, and observe that there are two timing chains, in which case the front chain is the one that is operating the camshaft sprockets on the rear Cylinder Head as well as the chain that is nearest to the block, operating the camshafts at the front. Install the crankshaft retaining bolt that has the pulley, spin the crankshaft clockwise until the keyway is at 11 o'clock position of the TDC and check the alignment of the camshaft sprockets. Take out the VCT assembly and timing chain tensioner of the rear chain and raise the rear timing chain out of the cam sprockets. Once the chain guide/VCT assembly is removed, it is necessary to slide the rear timing sprocket, rotate the crankshaft so as to position the camshafts in their neutral position and repeat these steps with the front timing chain. Special camshaft holding tools are needed in case of 3.7L engine and it is recommendable to replace water pump during this process. Once the timing chain cover is removed and the engine is set to TDC, the camshaft holding tools are to be installed, the VCT assembly mounting bolts removed, and the tensioners, labeling chain links where needed. Inspect and clean all components of wear or wear, and replace dubious components. Installation It is important to ensure that the tensioners of the timing chains are completely compressed and screwed, the colored links are properly aligned with the index marks, and all parts are properly in place before reassembling. Once the crankshaft is installed, test the crankshaft to confirm that it is free of any binding, secure the timing chain cover and refill the engine with oil and coolant before reconnecting the battery and start the engine to verify that there are no leaks.