Mazda 3 Service Manual: 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 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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Rear stabilizer control link ball joint rotational torque
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0.5—2.0 N·m {6—20 kgf·cm, 5—17 in·lbf}
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If not within the specification, replace the rear stabilizer control link.
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 ...
Rear Stabilizer Removal/Installation
1. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
2. Install in the reverse order of removal.
1
Rear stabilizer control link
2
Rear stabilizer ...
Other materials:
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 ...
Hood Adjustment
Gap Adjustment
1. Verify that the gap between the hood and the body is within the specification.
Standard clearance
a: -2.8—0.8 mm {-0.11—0.03 in}
b: –1.2—1.2 mm {–0.047—0.0.47 in}
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
3. Remove the following parts:
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Rear Outer Handle Removal/Installation
1. Fully close the rear door glass.
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
3. Remove the rear door trim..
4. Remove the service hole cover.
5. Remove the screw from the service hole.
NOTE:
The screw cannot be removed because of the stopper.
6. Press the tab on the ...
