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:
Antenna Feeder No.5 Inspection
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the following parts:
a. Front scuff plate (RH).
b. Front side trim (RH).
c. Rear seat cushion.
d. Rear scuff plate (RH).
e. Tire house trim (RH).
3. Disconnect the antenna feeder No.4.
4. Disconnect the antenna feeder No.3.
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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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Key Removed from Vehicle
Warning Beep
Vehicles with advanced keyless function
If the key is taken out of the vehicle while
the ignition is not switched OFF and
all the doors are closed, the beep which
sounds outside of the vehicle will be heard
6 times, the beep which sounds inside
the vehicle will be heard 6 times, and the
KEY w ...
