Parts for your 2022 Mazda Cx-5-Thrust bearing

2022 Mazda CX-5 thrust-bearing — is it fitted or relevant?

For the 2022 Mazda CX-5 sold in Australia and New Zealand, a “thrust-bearing” is not a stand-alone, serviceable part owners will ever see on a parts list or during routine servicing. Mazda’s MY22 CX-5 range is fitted with the 6‑speed SKYACTIV‑Drive automatic across the board, so there’s no manual clutch assembly and therefore no clutch thrust/release (throw‑out) bearing to replace. This aligns with Mazda Australia/NZ model specifications for 2022, which list automatic transmissions only.

Technically speaking, the CX-5’s engines (SKYACTIV‑G petrol and SKYACTIV‑D diesel) do use thrust bearings inside the engine to control crankshaft end float, and the automatic transmission contains internal thrust bearings/washers as part of its geartrain. Mazda workshop information for SKYACTIV engines identifies the crankshaft thrust surfaces integrated into the main bearing set, and the SKYACTIV‑Drive automatic uses internal thrust components as part of its design. However, those are internal, lubricated components and aren’t considered routine service items. They’re inspected only during a full engine or transmission overhaul.

So, when someone searches “2022 Mazda CX-5 thrust-bearing,” they’re often thinking of the clutch thrust/release bearing seen on manual gearboxes. That part simply doesn’t apply to a 2022 CX‑5 in the AU/NZ market because the vehicle doesn’t have a manual clutch. If there’s driveline noise or vibration that might be mistaken for a “thrust bearing” issue, technicians typically look instead at wheel hub bearings, accessory idler pulleys, A/C compressor clutches, or torque‑converter shudder in the automatic — all far more likely on this model.

Key takeaways for 2022 CX‑5 owners:

• No manual clutch = no clutch thrust/release bearing to service or replace.
• Engine and auto transmission do contain internal thrust bearings, but these are not maintenance items.
• Any unusual noises should be diagnosed professionally, common culprits are wheel bearings, pulleys, or transmission/torque‑converter issues.

Technical basis: Mazda MY22 CX‑5 spec guides for AU/NZ confirm automatic transmissions across the range, Mazda workshop manuals for SKYACTIV‑G/SKYACTIV‑D outline crankshaft thrust control within the main bearing set, and SKYACTIV‑Drive automatic transmission documentation details internal thrust components that are not serviced outside of overhaul.

Popular questions

Does a 2022 Mazda CX‑5 have a thrust-bearing I need to service?

No. There’s no manual clutch on the 2022 CX‑5 in Australia or New Zealand, so there’s no clutch thrust/release bearing to replace. Any thrust bearings in the engine or auto transmission are internal and only addressed during an overhaul, not regular servicing.

What noises could be mistaken for a “thrust bearing” problem on a 2022 CX‑5?

Common look‑alikes include a noisy wheel hub bearing, an accessory idler/tensioner pulley, an A/C compressor clutch, or torque‑converter shudder. A quick road test and stethoscope check under the bonnet usually point a technician in the right direction.

Can engine thrust bearings wear out on a CX‑5, and how would I know?

It’s rare under normal servicing. Severe crankshaft end float can show as a deep knock that changes with clutch use on manuals, but on an auto CX‑5 you’d more likely notice unusual noises at idle or metal debris in the oil. Confirmation requires precise end‑float measurement and engine teardown — it’s not a driveway job.