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Output shaft axial clearance (SB4A-EL 4AT)

Standard clearance ≈0.01181—0.03543 in (0.3—0.9 mm)Standard clearance 0.3—0.9 mm

Factory manualTaken from a Mazda factory workshop manual, with page citation.
Procedure

After installing oil pump and tightening its mounting bolts per factory procedure, take transmission off upright stand. Place dial gauge on output shaft and measure axial clearance. Then verify inner shaft runs smoothly.

Applies to
  • NB 2001–2005 (BP-Z3, 4AT) — 2003–2005 factory references identify this component manual; 2001–2002 inferred within NB2 non-turbo family.
  • Verified in: Mazda SB4A-EL Automatic Transmission Workshop Manual

Sources (2)

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  • Mazda SB4A-EL Automatic Transmission Workshop ManualTier 1
    Page 05–13Y–47 (PDF p. 59) · Printed value & notes
    Part no. 9999-95-422H-99
    Page 05–13Y–47 (PDF p. 59)
    Printed: “Standard clearance 0.3—0.9 mm {0.012—0.035 in}”
  • Mazda SB4A-EL Automatic Transmission Workshop ManualTier 1
    Page 05–50–1 (PDF p. 87) · Printed value & notes
    Part no. 9999-95-422H-99
    Page 05–50–1 (PDF p. 87)
    Printed: “Output shaft clearance (mm {in}) 0.3—0.9 {0.012—0.035}”

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