Mazda 3 Service Manual: Rear Shock Absorber Removal/Installation

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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Oil Filter Replacement [Mzr 2.0, Mzr 2.5]
WARNING: Hot engines and engine oil can cause severe burns. Turn off the engine and wait until it and the engine oil have cooled. A vehicle that is lifted but not securely supported on safety stands is dangerous. It can slip or fall, causing death or serious injury. Never work ...

Rear Beltline Molding Removal/Installation
1. Fully open the rear door glass. 2. Remove the rear door trim.. 3. Remove clip A using a fastener remover and pull up the rear beltline molding in the direction of the arrow (1) shown in the figure. 4. Remove clip B using a fastener remover and pull up the rear beltline molding in the di ...

Cargo Compartment Light Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.. 2. Insert a tape-wrapped fastener remover into the service hole and pry with the screwdriver in the direction shown by the arrow to remove the cargo compartment light. 3. Disconnect the connector. 4. Remove the cargo compartment light. 5 ...