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April 6, 2022 Service bulletin

The WSM shows 3 possible crankshaft sprocket and timing chain combinations (Type A, B and C), but some...

Mazda technical service bulletin SA-018-22 for 2020-2022 Mazda MAZDA3, 2018-2022 Mazda CX-5 and 2018-2021 Mazda MAZDA6 and others.

Bulletin number
SA-018-22
Component
Engine and engine cooling
Summary
The WSM shows 3 possible crankshaft sprocket and timing chain combinations (Type A, B and C), but some vehicles have been produced with a combination of Type A timing chain with 2 yellow-colored links with a Type B crankshaft sprocket.

Owners of these vehicles have filed 815 complaints in the engine category.

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