Mazda 3 Service Manual: Rear Shock Absorber Inspection
1. Remove the rear shock absorber..
2. Inspect for damage and oil leakage.
3. Compress and extend the shock piston at least three times. Verify that the operational force does not change and that there is no unusual noise.
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If not as specified, replace the rear shock absorber.
Rear Shock Absorber Disposal
1. Clamp a rear shock absorber on a flat surface or with the piston pointing
downwards.
2. Drill a 2—3 mm {0.08—0.11 in} hole at a point 40—50 mm {1.6—1.9
in} from the bottom of the tube ...
Rear Shock Absorber Removal/Installation
1. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
2. Install in the reverse order of removal.
1
Rear shock absorber upper nut
2
Rear shock abso ...
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ABS HU/CM Removal/Installation
WARNING:
If the ABS HU/CM configuration is not completed, it could result in an unexpected
accident due to the ABS being inoperative. If the ABS HU/CM or ABS CM is replaced,
always use the automatic configuration function so that the ABS operation conditions
are correct.
CAUTI ...
Front Fog Light Relay Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the front mudguard.(RH).
3. Remove the front fog light relay case.
4. Remove the cover.
5. Remove the front fog light relay.
6. Install in the reverse order of removal..
Front Fog Light Relay Installation Note
1. Install the front ...
A Pillar Trim Removal/Installation
1. Partially peel back the seaming welt.
2. Pull the upper end of the A-pillar trim in the direction of the arrow shown
in the figure and remove clip A and B.
3. Cut the lead wire connecting clip B and grommet using a nipper and pull out
the A-pillar trim in the direction of the arrow sh ...
