Aboutjoshua thorndyke Expertise i'm very helpful with the mazda 626/MX6 and also the ford probe
i myself own a 1993 626 and have done alot of work to it.
such as a motor,tranny removal/install. timing belt replacement, suspention, exhaust, whell bearing, interior and exterior panel removal/replacement, alternators, starters, distrubutors,and much more
Experience i've been an active automotive hobbiest for about 10 years know, i have also completed 2 semesters of automotive repair, and have 2 years of automotive shop experience. if for any reason i'm unable to help you with a question i'll take it apon myself to do the best i can to help you find the answer.
Expert: joshua thorndyke Date: 12/29/2007 Subject: 2001 626 V6 Auto Trans question
Question Hi Joshua.
On a Mazda 626, 2.5l V6. This car has a serviceable transmission filter. What is the rule for changing the trans fluid on this tranny? Some say do a fluid exchange while others say a fluid may damage the transmission, and in that case you should only prop the pan and fill with new fluid.
Also, should the filter be changed when doing fluid exchange, or just when dropping the pan.
Thanks for the help.
Answer if your popping the pan off you should also change the filter your there any ways. as long as you use the right fluid everything should be ok. when replacing the gasket make sure to clean the mounting surface with the right tool don't use a putty knife or other tool. and don't over tighen the dolts or you'll pinch the gasket causing it to leak
