Mazda 3 Service Manual: 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
compression stroke, verify that the operational force does not change and that there is no unusual noise.
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If there is any malfunction, replace the front shock absorber.
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.
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Front Stabilizer Control Link Inspection
1. Remove the front stabilizer control link from the vehicle.. (See FRONT STABILIZER
REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZR 2.3 DISI Turbo]
2. Inspect for bending or damage. If there is any malfunction, replac ...
Other materials:
Radar Sensor (Front)
Your vehicle is equipped with a radar sensor (front).
The following systems also use the radar sensor (front).
Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC)
Forward Obstruction Warning (FOW)
The radar sensor (front) functions by detecting the radio waves reflected off
a vehicle ahead
or an obstru ...
Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Removal/Installation [Mzr 2.0, Mzr 2.5]
Removal
CAUTION:
When foreign material such as an iron chip is on the CKP sensor, it can cause
abnormal output from the sensor because of flux turbulence and adversely affect
the engine control. Be sure there is no foreign material on the CKP sensor when
replacing.
Do not a ...
Rear Washer Nozzle Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the following parts:
a. Liftgate upper trim.
b. Rear spoiler.
c. High-mount brake light.
3. Disconnect the rear washer hose.
4. Press the tabs and remove the rear washer nozzle.
5. Install in the reverse order of removal.
6. Ad ...
