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 ...
Other materials:
Rear Wiper And Washer Switch Inspection
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the following parts:
a. Front scuff plate (Driver‘s side).
b. Front side trim (Driver‘s side).
c. Hood release lever.
d. Lower panel.
e. Column cover.
f. Wiper and washer switch.
3. Verify that the continuity between the rear w ...
Pre Delivery Inspection
Pre-Delivery Inspection Table
Exterior
INSPECT and ADJUST, if necessary, the following items to specification:
□ Glass, exterior bright metal and paint for damage
□ Wheel lug nuts
□ All weatherstrips for damage or detachment
□ Tire pressures
□ Headlight c ...
Steering Wheel And Column Removal/Installation [With Advanced Keyless Entry
And Push Button Start System]
WARNING:
Handling the air bag module improperly can accidentally operate (deploy)
the air bag module, which may seriously injure you. Read the service warnings
before handling the air bag module..
1. Remove the driver-side front scuff plate..
2. Remove the driver-side front sid ...
