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Mazda 3 Service Manual: Rear Shock Absorber Removal/Installation

Mazda 3 Service Manual / Suspension / Rear Suspension / 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 absorber under bolt

3

Rear shock absorber


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 tha ...

Rear Stabilizer Control Link Inspection
1. Remove the rear stabilizer control link from the vehicle.. 2. Inspect for bending or damage. If there is any malfunction, replace the rear stabilizer control link. 3. Rotate the ball joint st ...

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Illuminated Entry System
When the illuminated entry system operates, the overhead light (switch is in the DOOR position) turn on for: About 30 seconds after the driver's door is unlocked and the ignition is switched off. About 15 seconds after all doors are closed and the ignition is switched off. About 5 se ...

Commander switch operation
NOTE For safety reasons, some operations are disabled while the vehicle is being driven. Volume dial operation Press the volume dial to switch the audio MUTE on and off. Turn the volume dial to adjust the volume. The volume increases by turning the dial clockwise, and decreases by tur ...

Gear Shift Indicator
The gear shift indicator supports you to obtain optimum fuel economy and smooth driving. It displays the selected gear position in the instrument cluster as well as notifies the driver to change to the most suitable gear position corresponding to the actual driving condition. CAUTI ...

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