Mazda 3 Service Manual: Clock Spring Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the driver-side air bag module..
3. Remove the steering wheel..
4. Remove the column cover.
5. Remove the connectors.
6. Remove the tab direction of the arrow shown in the figure.
7. Remove the screws.
8. Remove the clock spring.
9. Remove the steering angle sensor.
10. Install in the reverse order of removal.
11. Verify that the air bag system warning light illuminates for approx. 6 s
and goes out.
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If the air bag system warning light does not operate in the manner described above, there are malfunctions in the system. Inspect the system using the on-board diagnostic.
Clock Spring Installation Note
CAUTION:
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If the clock spring is not adjusted, the spring wire in the clock spring will break due to overtension when the steering wheel is turned. Always adjust the clock spring after installing it.
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Adjust the clock spring after installing it..
Steering Angle Sensor Removal Note
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Remove the tab shown in the figure and remove the steering angle sensor.
Clock Spring Inspection [Two Step Deployment Control System]
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the driver–side air bag module..
3. Remove the steering wheel..
4. Remove the column cover.
5. Remove the clock spring..
6. Verify that t ...
Clock Switch Inspection
NOTE:
Clock switch built with the hazard warning switch.
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the clock switch..
3. Verify resistance between the clock switch termina ...
Other materials:
Drive Belt Inspection [Mzr 2.0, Mzr 2.5]
MZR 2.0
A/C drive belt
NOTE:
Drive belt deflection/tension inspection is not necessary because of the
use of the maintenance-free type A/C drive belt.
Replace the drive belt if it is found to be damaged during visual inspection,
or if there is a malfunction or noise in th ...
Engine Oil Level Inspection [Mzr 2.0, Mzr 2.5]
1. Position the vehicle on level ground.
2. Warm up the engine.
3. Stop the engine and allow at least 5 min before continuing.
4. Remove the dipstick, wipe it cleanly, and reinstall it fully.
5. Remove the dipstick and verify that the oil level is between the F and L marks
on the dipstick. ...
B Pillar Lower Trim Removal/Installation
1. Remove the front scuff plate..
2. Remove the rear scuff plate..
3. Partially peel back the seaming welt.
4. Pull the B-pillar lower trim in the direction of the arrow (1), (2) shown
in the figure, detach tab A, pin B, pin C, clip D.
5. Remove the B-pillar lower trim in the direction ...
