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Mazda 3 Service Manual: Steering Shaft Inspection

Mazda 3 Service Manual / Steering / Linkage, Power / Steering Shaft Inspection

1. Inspect the column bearing for excessive play and damage.

2. Verify that the measurement of the steering shaft indicated in the figure is as specified.


3. Inspect the tilt/telescope mechanism operation for the following.


a. Verify that the adjusting lever moves smoothly from the lock to the unlock position.

b. Verify that the steering shaft is fixed firmly when the adjusting lever is locked.

Power Steering Fluid Line Component Removal/Installation
NOTE: The following procedure is for replacement of the parts shown in the figure. Regarding replacement of the suction hose and return hose, refer to the electric power steering oil pum ...

Steering Gear And Linkage Assembly
CAUTION: To prevent damage to the steering gear, secure it to the vise using a copper plate or clean cloth. 1. Assemble in the order indicated in the table. 1 ...

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Liftgate/Trunk Lid
WARNING Never allow a person to ride in the luggage compartment/trunk: Allowing a person to ride in the luggage compartment/trunk is dangerous. The person in the luggage compartment/trunk could be seriously injured or killed during sudden braking or a collision. D ...

Rear Wiper Motor Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.. 2. Remove the following parts: a. Rear wiper arm and blade. b. Liftgate upper trim. c. Liftgate side trim. d. Liftgate lower trim. 3. Disconnect the rear wiper motor connector. 4. Remove the bolts, then remove the rear wiper motor. 5. Re ...

Brake/Clutch Fluid
Inspecting Brake/Clutch Fluid Level WARNING If the brake/clutch fl uid level is low, have the brakes inspected: A low brake/clutch fl uid level is dangerous. A low level could indicate brake lining wear or a brake system leak which could cause the brakes to fail and lead ...

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