Mazda 3 Service Manual: 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
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4. Measure the ball joint rotational torque using an Allen wrench and a torque wrench.
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Front stabilizer control link ball joint rotational torque
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0.2—0.9 N·m {3—9 kgf·cm, 2—7 in·lbf}
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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. ...
Other materials:
Power Window Lock Switch
This feature prevents all power windows
from operating, except the driver's power
window. Keep this switch in the locked
position while children are in the vehicle.
Locked position (button depressed):
Only the driver's power window can be
operated.
Unlocked position (button not
depressed ...
Fuel Gauge Sender Unit Removal/Installation
MZR 2.0, MZR 2.5
NOTE:
Fuel pump unit cannot be disassembled.
1. Remove the fuel gauge sender unit..
MZR 2.3 DISI Turbo
NOTE:
Fuel pump unit cannot be disassembled.
1. Remove the fuel gauge sender unit..
SKYACTIV-G 2.0
NOTE:
Fuel pump unit cannot be disasse ...
Front Seat Slide Adjuster Removal/Installation
WARNING:
Handling the front seats improperly can accidentally deploy the side air
bag, which may seriously injure you. Read air bag system service warnings and
cautions before handling the front seats..
CAUTION:
After removing a front seat, do not operate the slider leve ...
