Mazda 3 Service Manual: Differentials

General Procedures (Front And Rear Axles)

Wheel and Tire Installation 1. When installing the wheels and tires, tighten the wheel nuts in a criss-cross pattern to the following tightening torque. Tightening torque 88—118 N· ...

Oil Seal (Differential) Replacement [A26 M R]

1. On level ground, jack up the vehicle and support it evenly on safety stands. 2. Drain the oil from the transaxle.. 3. Remove the front tires.. 4. Remove the splash shield.. 5. Remove the a ...

Other materials:

Antenna Feeder No.5 Inspection
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.. 2. Remove the following parts: a. Front scuff plate (RH). b. Front side trim (RH). c. Rear seat cushion. d. Rear scuff plate (RH). e. Tire house trim (RH). 3. Disconnect the antenna feeder No.4. 4. Disconnect the antenna feeder No.3. ...

Transaxle Range (TR) Switch Adjustment [FS5 A EL]
CAUTION: Water or foreign objects entering the connector can cause a poor connection or corrosion. Be sure not to drop water or foreign objects on the connector when disconnecting it. 1. Engage the parking brake and use wheel chocks at the front and rear of the wheels. 2. Shi ...

Closing the Hood
Check under the hood area to make certain all filler caps are in place and all loose items (e.g. tools, oil containers, etc.) have been removed. Lift the hood, grasp the padded area on the support rod, and secure the support rod in the clip. Verify that the support rod is secured in ...