Tools & consumables
- Basic hand tools: 3/8" and 1/2" ratchets, extensions, swivel, 8–19 mm sockets (verify sizes on your car), combination wrenches.
- Torx/Allen set (if required by your model).
- Torque wrench (in-lb and ft-lb ranges).
- Flat screwdriver, small pick(s) for clips/O-rings.
- Transmission jack or a floor jack + block and safety stands to support the valve body/transmission if you must lower it.
- Drain pan (large), clean rags, parts tray/magnetic tray.
- Plastic funnel and fluid transfer pump (syringe or hand pump) to refill ATF.
- Rubber gloves, safety glasses.
- New solenoid pack (OEM or exact-match aftermarket for Mazda BP 1.8L automatic), new transmission filter, new pan gasket (or RTV if manual directs), new pan bolts or washers if manufacturer recommends, and the correct ATF (use Mazda-specified fluid — confirm type in service manual or owner’s manual).
- Clean brake parts cleaner or automatic-transmission-safe solvent for cleaning pan and magnets.

Safety precautions (must-follow)
- Work on a level surface. Chock rear wheels, engage parking brake.
- Disconnect negative battery cable before doing electrical work.
- Use jack stands — never rely on a jack alone. If you need to lower the transmission or support the valve body, use an appropriate transmission jack.
- Wear safety glasses and gloves. ATF is slippery and flammable; clean spills immediately.
- Keep dirt out of the transmission. Work clean; cap open lines quickly.

Overview of procedure (time ~2–4 hours)
1) Prep & access
- Park on a level surface, chock wheels, engage parking brake, disconnect the negative battery.
- Raise the front of the car with a floor jack, place on sturdy jack stands, verify stability.
- Remove any undertray or heat shields blocking access to the transmission pan.

2) Drain and remove pan
- Place drain pan under the transmission.
- Loosen transmission pan bolts evenly — back them off a few turns on one side so fluid drains. Remove remaining bolts and carefully lower the pan; expect several liters of ATF to spill.
- Pull pan straight down. Clean pan, magnets, and inspect debris. Set pan aside on a clean rag.

How the tools are used:
- Ratchet + socket to remove pan bolts. Extensions to reach recessed bolts. Use the magnetic tray for bolts.
- Drain pan collects fluid so you don’t spill.

3) Remove filter & inspect
- Remove the transmission filter (held by bolts or friction-fit). Inspect for metal flakes — large quantities indicate internal failure.
- Clean mating surface on case where pan gasket seats; remove old gasket material.

4) Access solenoid pack / valve body
- With the filter removed, locate the valve body and solenoid pack assembly. Unplug electrical connectors on the solenoids — depress tabs and pull straight out; label or photograph connector locations.
- Support the valve body before removing fasteners. If the valve body is heavy or vertical mounting points are awkward, put a transmission jack or floor jack with a block under it.

Common tool use:
- Small flat screwdriver or pick to release connector clips.
- Transmission jack or second person to support valve body while removing bolts.

5) Remove valve body and solenoid pack
- Remove valve body bolts in a crisscross/staged sequence to avoid warping. Lower valve body carefully — watch for check balls or springs that can fall out; keep a clean cloth under it.
- If the solenoid pack is mounted to the valve body with separate bolts, unbolt it and remove. Note any O-rings or spacers and their orientation.

Critical cautions / pitfalls:
- Do NOT pry on the valve body or drop it; internal balls/springs can fall out and are easy to lose.
- Keep parts in order and lay them on a clean surface. Photograph assemblies if needed.
- Never contaminate valve body bores with dirt or debris.

6) Install new solenoid pack
- Compare old and new solenoid pack — ensure connector count and orientation match.
- Transfer/install any O-rings (replace them if supplied/new) and ensure they seat properly.
- Fit the solenoid pack onto the valve body, tighten bolts finger-tight, then torque to factory spec (consult manual). Reconnect solenoid electrical connectors.

Tool use:
- Torque wrench: torque solenoid pack bolts and valve body bolts to specified torque. If you don’t have exact specs available, do not overtighten — tighten progressively and evenly.

7) Reinstall valve body & filter
- Position valve body and reinstall bolts in staged pattern to specified torque.
- Install new transmission filter (replace the old one).
- Clean pan mating surface; install new gasket or apply RTV if the manual specifies.

8) Reinstall pan & refill
- Reinstall the transmission pan. Tighten bolts evenly to manufacturer torque (cross pattern).
- Lower car off stands to level ground.
- Reconnect negative battery if you had disconnected it earlier (if you need electrical power for testing).
- Refill ATF through dipstick tube or fill port with correct Mazda-specified ATF, using a funnel or fluid pump. Add initial amount per manual recommendations.

9) Bleed & check fluid level
- Start engine, let warm to operating temperature, cycle through all gears (P→R→N→D→… hold each for a few seconds) with brake applied.
- With engine idling and transmission warm, check fluid level on dipstick — top-up to specified level. Correct procedure depends on model (check manual for “engine running / selector position” method).
- Inspect for leaks around pan and connectors.

10) Test drive & final check
- Short road test under light load. Recheck fluid level and bolts for leaks. Re-torque pan bolts if required after initial heat cycle.

Common pitfalls & how to avoid them
- Losing check balls or springs from the valve body: always place a clean rag under the valve body and work slowly; keep small parts tray nearby.
- Cross-threading or overtightening bolts: use proper torque wrench; tighten in specified sequence.
- Reusing old filter/gasket: always replace filter and gasket.
- Using wrong ATF: always use Mazda-approved fluid (wrong fluid can cause shifting issues or damage).
- Not supporting valve body: risk of bending or cracking valve body and damaging gasket surfaces.
- Contamination: keep everything clean; seal the transmission while parts are off to prevent dirt getting in.
- Incorrect fluid level when cold/hot: follow the service manual’s procedure for checking level — wrong level causes slipping or harsh shifts.

Replacement parts required (recommend)
- Solenoid pack (specific to the BP 1.8L automatic transmission model).
- Transmission filter.
- Transmission pan gasket (or RTV if specified).
- ATF (correct Mazda-approved type and required quantity).
- Optional: new pan bolts/washers if corroded, new O-rings if not supplied with solenoid pack.

Final notes
- Always consult the factory service manual for your exact model year for bolt torque values, exact connector locations, ATF type and capacity, and exact step details. If you don’t have the manual, obtain a reliable guide or OEM parts diagram before beginning.
- If you detect heavy metallic debris on the filter or pan magnets, consider a full transmission inspection or rebuild rather than only changing the solenoid pack.

Done — follow the manual specifications for torque and fluid type/level.
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