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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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Trunk Side Trim Removal/Installation
4SD Left-side 1. Remove the following parts: a. Rear scuff plate. b. Tire house trim. c. Trunk mat. d. Trunk board. e. Trunk end trim. f. Service hole cover 2. Remove the fasteners. 3. Install in the reverse order of removal. Right-side 1. Remove the following parts: a. Re ...

Interior Light Bulb Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.. 2. Insert a tape-wrapped fastener remover into the service hole and pry with the screwdriver in the direction shown by the arrow to remove the lens. 3. Remove the interior light bulb. 4. Install in the reverse order of removal. ...

Message Indicated on Display*
If a message is displayed in the center display (type B audio), take appropriate action (in a calm manner) according to the displayed message. Stop Vehicle in Safe Place Immediately If the following messages are displayed in the center display (type B audio), a vehicle system may be malf ...

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