Mazda 3 Service Manual: Electric Power Steering Oil Pump Component Removal/Installation

CAUTION:

• Be careful not to drop the electric power steering oil pump component as the internal parts of the EHPAS CM could be damaged. Replace the electric power steering oil pump component if it is subjected to an impact.

1. Remove the front mudguard (RH)..

2. Remove the aerodynamic under cover NO.2..

3. Remove the splash shield (RH).

4. Remove in the order indicated in the table.

5. Install in the reverse order of removal.

6. After installation, perform the EHPAS CM configuration procedure..

Connector Removal Note

1. Before disconnecting the connector, clean the connector with a brush or cloth to remove foreign matter.

2. Disconnect the connector.

3. After removing the connector, install the cap included in the new pump kit package being careful that fluid or foreign matter does not penetrate the connector area of the control module.

NOTE:

• If a new pump kit is not available, adhere protective tape to the connector.

Power Steering Pipe Component Removal Note

1. Disconnect the power steering pipe component and then drain the power steering fluid.