Mazda 3 Service Manual: Front Lower Arm Inspection
1. Remove the front lower arm from the vehicle..
2. Inspect the arm for bending or damage, and the ball joint for excessive looseness.
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If there is any malfunction, replace the front lower arm.
3. Rotate the ball joint stud 5 times
. Install the SST
to the ball joint stud, measure the rotational torque using a pull scale.
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If not within the specification, replace the front lower arm.
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Front lower arm ball joint rotational torque
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1.0—4.9 N·m {11—49 kgf·cm, 9—43 in·lbf}
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Pull scale reading [10—49 N {1.1—4.9 kgf, 3—10 lbf}]
Front Suspension
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Front Lower Arm 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:
Tires
For reasons of proper performance, safety,
and better fuel economy, always maintain
recommended tire inflation pressures and
stay within the recommended load limits
and weight distribution.
WARNING
Using Diff erent Tire Types:
Driving your vehicle with diff erent
types of tires ...
Rear Combination Light Removal/Installation
4SD
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the following parts:
a. Trunk mat.
b. Trunk board.
c. Trunk end trim.
d. Trunk side trim.
3. Disconnect the connectors shown in the figure and remove the nuts.
4. Pull the rear combination light in the direction of the arrow ...
Front Seat Cushion Trim Removal/Installation
WARNING:
Handling a front seat (with built-in side air bag) improperly can accidentally
operate (deploy) the air bag, which may seriously injure you. Read the service
warnings before handling a front seat (with built-in side air bag)..
CAUTION:
After removing a front seat ...
