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GReddy TURBO KITS: Mazda RX-8 2003 / T618Z User Manual

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2. Factory Parts Removal

When removing the stock parts, please refer to the factory RX8

Workshop manual for proper procedures.

2-1 Factory Parts Removal

1. Remove the engine cover and the battery cover. Disconnect the negative terminal of

the battery.

2. Remove the battery, battery box, and battery tray.

3. Drain the engine oil.

4. Remove the front strut bar, air cleaner box, air cleaner insulator and intake pipe.

(RX8 Workshop Manual pages 01-13-2 ~ 01-13-6)

5. Remove the engine under cover, front inner fender, and front bumper.

(RX8 Workshop Manual pages 09-10-7)

6. Remove the Front Stabilizer Bar.

7. Remover the AIR pump, AIR Control Valve, and AIR Control pipe.

(RX8 Workshop Manual pages 01-16-2, 01-16-2, 01-16-8)

8. Remove the Transverse Member.

(RX8 Workshop Manual pages 02-13-18)

9. Disconnect the rear o2 sensor and remove the Cross Member, and Catalytic

Converter.

(RX8 Workshop Manual pages 01-15-2)

10. Disconnect the front O2 sensor and remove the Right Engine Mount Bracket, Right

Engine Mount Rubber and exhaust manifold using the SST tool to hold the engine.

(RX8 Workshop Manual pages 01-15-2 ~ 01-15-4)