Mazda 3 Service Manual: 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.
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If not within the specification replace the steering shaft component.
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Steering shaft length
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315—320 mm {12.41—12.59 in}
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.
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If there is any malfunction, replace the steering shaft.
Wheel, Column
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Steering Wheel And Column Inspection
Play Inspection
1. With the wheels in the straight-ahead position, start the engine.
2. Turn the steering wheel to the left and right gently, then verify that the
steering wheel play is within th ...
Other materials:
Side Step Molding Removal
1. Remove the fasteners A.
2. Using the removal tool, disengage clips B in the direction of the arrow (1),
(2) shown in the figure.
NOTE:
Leave the disengaged clip B in place in consideration of the servicing.
3. Slide the side step molding in the direction of the arrow ( ...
Manual Transaxle Removal/Installation [G66 M R]
CAUTION:
Secure the steering wheel using tape or a cable to prevent the steering shaft
from rotating after disconnecting the steering shaft. If the steering wheel
rotates after the steering shaft and the steering gear and linkage are disconnected,
the internal parts of the clock spr ...
Mass Air Flow (MAF) Sensor/Intake Air Temperature (Iat) Sensor No.1 Removal/Installation
[Skyactiv G 2.0]
CAUTION:
Be careful not to hit the sensor element or allow foreign matter to get on
it during sensor removal/installation. If the sensor element is hit or foreign
matter gets on it, an error may occur in the sensor output signal resulting
in deterioration in the engine control.
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