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Mazda 3 Service Manual: Drive Shaft Inspection

Mazda 3 Service Manual / Drivetrain / Driveline / Driveshafts / Drive Shaft Inspection

1. Inspect the connections for any looseness.


2. Inspect the dust boot for damage and cracks.

3. Move the spline and joint up and down, left and right by hand and verify that there is no excessive play.

Drive Shaft (Tripod Joint) Disassembly/Assembly
1. Disassemble in the order indicated in the table. 2. Assemble in the reverse order of disassembly. 1 Boot band (transaxle side) (See Boot Band (Transaxle Side) Dis ...

Drive Shaft Removal/Installation
CAUTION: Performing the following procedures without first removing the ABS wheel-speed sensor may possibly cause an open circuit in the wiring harness if it is pulled by mistake. Before ...

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Power Brake Unit Removal/Installation [Mzr 2.0, Skyactiv G 2.0, Mzr 2.5]
CAUTION: Once the brake switch clearance has automatically been adjusted, it cannot be adjusted again. Therefore, replace the switch with a new one when replacing the power brake unit or performing any procedure that changes the pedal stroke. Secure the steering wheel using tap ...

Front Combination Light Removal/Installation
WARNING: Incorrect servicing of the discharge headlights could result in electrical shock. Before servicing the discharge headlights, always refer to the discharge headlight service warnings.. 1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.. 2. Remove the front bumper.. 3. Disconne ...

Windshield Washer Nozzle Removal/Installation
1. Remove the following parts: a. Windshield wiper arm and blade. b. Front fender molding. c. Cowl grille. 2. Remove the windshield washer hose from the windshield washer nozzle. 3. Squeeze the tabs of the windshield washer nozzle. 4. Pull the windshield washer nozzle out to remove it. ...

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