Fuel Injector Removal Note

WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.

CAUTION:

Use of a deformed fuel injector clip will cause the fuel injector to be connected incorrectly and could result in fuel leakage. It will also cause the fuel injector to rotate. Therefore, always replace the clip when the fuel injector is removed.

Insert a Flathead screwdriver between the fuel injector cup and clip finger.

Fig 1: Inserting Flathead Screwdriver Between Fuel Injector Cup And Clip Finger
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
NOTE:
- When pushing the clip finger outward, deform the finger until it is removed completely from the cup notch.
Push the clip finger outward using a Flathead screwdriver.
Remove the fuel injector with the clip.
Remove the clip from the fuel injector using the following procedure:
CAUTION:
- The clip will not be reused.
  
  Fig 2: Identifying Clip Finger And Notch
  Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
1. Hold the clip using pliers.
2. Pull the clip parallel to the fuel injector groove and remove it from the fuel injector.
  
  Fig 3: Pulling Clip Parallel To Fuel Injector Groove
  Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.