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 ...
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Initial Learning [Fw6 A EL]
Introduction
If the control valve body and oil pressure switch are replaced, always perform
the initial learning. If the initial learning is not completed, engine rev-up
may occur or shift shock may increase. DTC P06B8:00 is displayed while the initial
learning has not been implement ...
Ignition Coil Inspection [Mzr 2.0, Mzr 2.5]
Ignition Coil Inspection
1. Perform the spark test and identify the malfunctioning cylinder..
2. Replace the ignition coil of the malfunctioning cylinder with that of a normal
cylinder, and perform the spark test again..
If the spark is not normal due to a malfunctioning ignition coil, ...
Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Inspection [Mzr 2.0, Mzr 2.5]
Visual Inspection
CAUTION:
When foreign material such as an iron chip is on the CKP sensor, it can cause
abnormal output from the sensor because of flux turbulence and adversely affect
the engine control. Be sure there is no foreign material on the CKP sensor when
replacing.
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