Engine - Noise Diagnostic Information: Overview

Bulletin No: 01-053/09

Last Issued: 12/01/2009

Subject:
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE FOR ENGINE NOISE REPAIR

APPLICABLE MODEL(S)/VINS
2006 - 2010 MX-5
2004 - 2010 Mazda3
2006 - 2010 Mazda5
2003 - 2010 Mazda6 2.3L/2.5L

DESCRIPTION

Some vehicles may exhibit various types of engine noise such as knocking, ticking, tapping, rattling, grinding, squealing, squeaking, thumping, whining, creaking, popping, clicking or roaring. If you encounter engine noise, refer to the repair procedure. If any parts can be reused after inspection, be sure to reuse them.