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Vacuum Diaphragm Rod

  1. If vacuum diaphragm (modulator) is replaced, vacuum diaphragm rod length (depth) must be checked for NEW rod length. Proper length rod should be installed after measurement.
  2. Unscrew vacuum diaphragm from case. Remove diaphragm, diaphragm rod and rubber "O" ring. Measure dimension "N" using Adjusting Gauge (49-G032-355). See Fig 1 . Select proper length rod. See VACUUM DIAPHRAGM ROD SELECTION  table.
VACUUM DIAPHRAGM ROD SELECTION

Dimension "N" In. (mm) Rod Length In. (mm)
1.0099 (25.650) Or Less 1.14 (29.0)
1.0099-1.0197 (25.650-25.900) 1.16 (29.5)
1.0197-1.0394 (25.900-26.400) 1.17 (29.7)
1.0394-1.0492 (26.400-26.650) 1.18 (30.0)
1.0492-1.0689 (26.650-27.150) 1.20 (30.5)
1.0689 (27.150) Or More 1.22 (31.0)
Fig 1: Checking Vacuum Diaphragm Rod Length
G96E19053Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.