Mazda 3 Service Manual: Front Shock Absorber Disposal
1. Place the front shock absorber on a level surface or with the piston pointing downwards.
2. Drill a 2—3 mm {0.08—0.11 in}
hole at the point A shown in the figure so that the gas can escape.
WARNING:
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Whenever drilling into a shock absorber, wear protective eye wear. The gas in the shock absorber is pressurized and could spray metal chips into the eyes and face.
3. Drill a 2—3 mm {0.08—0.11 in}
hole at the point B shown in the figure to drain the oil.
4. Turn the hole made in Step 3 downwards and drain the oil by pumping the piston rod up and down several times.
5. Cut off the end of the front shock absorber.
6. Dispose of waste oil according to local waste disposal laws.
Front Shock Absorber And Coil Spring 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 ...
Front Shock Absorber Inspection
1. Remove the front shock absorber..
2. Inspect for damage and oil leakage.
3. Compress and extend the front shock absorber piston rod at least three
times at a steady rate. From the fourth comp ...
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A/C Unit Removal/Installation
1. Set the air mix mode to MAX COLD.
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
3. Discharge the refrigerant..
4. Drain the engine coolant..
5. Remove the plug hole plate.
6. Remove the charge air cooler cover. (MZR 2.3 DISI Turbo).
7. Remove the insulator. (MZR 2.3 DISI Turbo)
8. ...
Stop Vehicle in Safe Place Immediately
If any of the following warning lights turns on, the system may have a
malfunction. Stop the
vehicle in a safe place immediately and contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
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Side Wall Removal/Installation
1. Pull out the side wall in the direction shown in the direction of the arrow
shown in the figure, then remove the clips.
2. Remove the side wall in the direction of the arrow shown in the figure.
CAUTION:
When remove the side wall, be careful not to damage the guide.
3 ...
