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:
Checking tires
Regular inspection of the tires on your Subaru Solterra is essential for maintaining
safety, efficiency, and optimal driving performance. Begin by checking whether the
treadwear indicators are visible, as these serve as a clear signal of tire wear.
Additionally, carefully examine each tire for ...
Electrical System
Electrical Parts
Battery cable
Before disconnecting connectors or removing electrical parts, disconnect
the negative battery cable.
Wiring Harness
To remove the wiring harness from the clip in the engine room, pry up the
hook of the clip using a flathead screwdriver. ...
Parameter Setting Procedure When Tire Size Is Changed
CAUTION:
If the wheel and tire sizes are changed, a discrepancy with the speedometer
needle whereby it exceeds the allowable range could result in a malfunction.
If the wheel and tire sizes are changed, perform the following procedure to
change the tire size parameter setting.
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