Wheel Bearing Excessive Play Inspection
1. Remove the brake caliper component and disc plate..
2. Install the magnetic base and dial gauge as shown in the figure and measure the wheel bearing axial excessive play.

If it exceeds the maximum specification, replace the wheel hub component.
0.05 mm {0.002 in}
Suspension SST
Wheel Hub Component Removal/InstallationIndirect Illumination Removal/Installation
Power Window Switch (With power window switch indirect illumination)
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the assist handle cover..
3. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
1
Connector
2
Power window switch indirect ...
Recommended Oil
U.S.A., Canada, and Puerto Rico
Use SAE 0W-20 engine oil.
Mazda Genuine Oil is used in your
Mazda vehicle. Mazda Genuine 0W-20
Oil is required to achieve optimum fuel
economy.
For maintenance service, Mazda
recommends Mazda Genuine Parts and
Castrol ® (U.S.A. only).
Only use SAE 0W- ...
Front Stabilizer Control Link Inspection
1. Remove the front stabilizer control link from the vehicle.. (See FRONT STABILIZER
REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZR 2.3 DISI Turbo]
2. Inspect for bending or damage. If there is any malfunction, replace the stabilizer
control link.
3. Rotate the ball joint stud 10 times and shake it side to side ...