Mazda 3 Service Manual: Linkage, Power

Steering Switch Removal/Installation

WARNING: Handling the air bag module improperly can accidentally deploy the air bag module, which may seriously injure you. Read the air bag system service warnings and cautions before h ...

Air Bleeding

CAUTION: If the strainer is removed, impurities may penetrate the power steering system and damage it. To prevent this, always bleed air with the strainer installed. Do not ma ...

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Towing
Trailer Towing Your Mazda is not designed for towing. Never tow a trailer with your Mazda. Recreational Towing An example of "recreational towing" is towing your vehicle behind a motorhome. The transaxle is not designed for towing this vehicle on all 4 wheels. When doing rec ...

Manual Transaxle Removal/Installation [A26 M R]
CAUTION: Secure the steering wheel using tape or a cable to prevent the steering shaft from rotating after disconnecting the steering shaft. If the steering wheel rotates after the steering shaft and the steering gear and linkage are disconnected, the internal parts of the clock spr ...

Pilot Bearing Inspection [G35 M R]
1. Perform the following procedures. a. Remove the battery cover.. b. Disconnect the negative battery cable. c. Remove the battery component. (ex: battery, battery tray and PCM component). d. Remove the air cleaner component.. e. Remove the exhaust manifold insulator installation bolts an ...