Manual Transaxle Removal/Installation: Notes

Disconnect the negative battery cable.
Remove the battery and battery tray.
Remove the air cleaner component. (See INTAKE-AIR SYSTEM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Remove the wheels, tires and splash shields.
Remove the under cover.
Remove the steering gear and linkage, and pipe assembly installation bolts from the front crossmember, then suspend the steering gear and linkage with a cable. (See STEERING GEAR AND LINKAGE (L3) REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
1. Pipe assembly tightening torque 7.8-10.8 N.m {79.6-110.0 kgf.cm, 69.1-95.5 in.lbf}
Drain the transaxle oil into a suitable container.
WARNING:
- Improperly jacking a transaxle is dangerous. It can slip off the jack and may cause serious injury.
Remove in the order indicated in Fig 1.

Fig 1: Exploded View Of Manual Transaxle (G35M-R)
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Install in the reverse order of removal.
Add the specified amount of specified transaxle oil.
Warm up the engine and transaxle, inspect for oil leakage, and inspect the transaxle operation.