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:
Transaxle Oil Replacement [A26 M R]
1. Park the vehicle on level ground.
2. Remove the aerodynamic under cover No.2..
3. Remove the drain plug and gasket.
4. Drain the oil into a suitable container.
5. Install a new gasket and the drain plug.
Tightening torque
28—51 N·m {2.9—5.2 kgf·m, 21—37 ft·lbf}
6. Remo ...
Key Reminder Switch Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. (See BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZR
2.0, MZR 2.5].)(See BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZR 2.3 DISI Turbo].)(See BATTERY
REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [SKYACTIV-G 2.0].)
2. Remove the column cover. (See COLUMN COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
3. Disconnect the ...
Neutral Switch Removal/Installation [A26 M R]
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Disconnect the neutral switch connector.
3. Remove the aerodynamic under cover No.2..
4. Remove the neutral switch with the gasket.
5. Install a new gasket and the neutral switch to the transaxle case.
Tightening torque
29—39 N·m {3. ...
