Mazda 3 Service Manual: Drive Shaft Inspection
1. Inspect the connections for any looseness.
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If there is any malfunction, tighten or replace the applicable part.
2. Inspect the dust boot for damage and cracks.
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If there is any malfunction, replace the applicable part.
3. Move the spline and joint up and down, left and right by hand and verify that there is no excessive play.
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If there is any malfunction, replace the applicable part.
Drive Shaft (Tripod Joint) Disassembly/Assembly
1. Disassemble in the order indicated in the table.
2. Assemble in the reverse order of disassembly.
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Boot band (transaxle side)
(See Boot Band (Transaxle Side) Dis ...
Drive Shaft Removal/Installation
CAUTION:
Performing the following procedures without first removing the ABS wheel-speed
sensor may possibly cause an open circuit in the wiring harness if it is pulled
by mistake. Before ...
Other materials:
Rear Bumper Removal/Installation
4SD
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the rear combination light..
3. Remove the fastener A and screw B.
4. Remove the rear splash shield..
5. Remove the screws C.
6. Remove the bolts D.
7. Affix the protective tape to the position shown in the figure.
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Front Door Latch And Lock Actuator Inspection
1. The following actuators and switches are integrated with the front door latch
and lock actuator. Inspect the front door latch and lock actuator according to each
inspection procedure for the following items.
Front door lock actuator.
Door lock-link switch.
Door latch s ...
Replacing Exterior Light Bulbs
Headlights (With xenon fusion
headlights)
Low/High beam bulbs
You cannot replace the low/high beam
bulbs by yourself. The bulbs must be
replaced at an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Headlights (With halogen headlights)
Low-beam bulbs
If you are changing the right bulb, start
the engine, turn ...
