Mazda 3 Service Manual: Front Stabilizer Control Link Inspection

Mazda 3 Service Manual / Suspension / Front Suspension / 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, replace the stabilizer control link.

3. Rotate the ball joint stud 10 times

and shake it side to side 10 times

4. Measure the ball joint rotational torque using an Allen wrench and a torque wrench.

Front stabilizer control link ball joint rotational torque

0.2—0.9 N·m {3—9 kgf·cm, 2—7 in·lbf}

If not within the specification, replace the front stabilizer control link.

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 ...

Front Stabilizer Removal/Installation [Mzr 2.0, Skyactiv G 2.0, Mzr 2.5]

1. Remove the joint cover.. 2. Disconnect the steering shaft from the steering gear and linkage.. 3. Remove the front crossmember component.. 4. Remove in the order indicated in the table. 5. ...

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Car Navigation Unit
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