Mazda 3 Service Manual: Front Shock Absorber Disposal
1. Place the front shock absorber on a level surface or with the piston pointing downwards.
2. Drill a 2—3 mm {0.08—0.11 in}
hole at the point A shown in the figure so that the gas can escape.
WARNING:
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Whenever drilling into a shock absorber, wear protective eye wear. The gas in the shock absorber is pressurized and could spray metal chips into the eyes and face.
3. Drill a 2—3 mm {0.08—0.11 in}
hole at the point B shown in the figure to drain the oil.
4. Turn the hole made in Step 3 downwards and drain the oil by pumping the piston rod up and down several times.
5. Cut off the end of the front shock absorber.
6. Dispose of waste oil according to local waste disposal laws.
Front Shock Absorber And Coil Spring 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 ...
Front Shock Absorber Inspection
1. Remove the front shock absorber..
2. Inspect for damage and oil leakage.
3. Compress and extend the front shock absorber piston rod at least three
times at a steady rate. From the fourth comp ...
Other materials:
Slide Motor Inspection
1. Remove the battery cover..
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable and wait 1 min or more..
3. Disconnect the slide motor connector.
4. Apply battery positive voltage to the slide motor terminals and inspect the
slide motor operation
If not as specified, replace the front sea ...
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 ...
Auto Leveling Sensor Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Lift up the vehicle.
3. Disconnect the quick release connector. (charcoal canister side).
4. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
1
Bolt
2
Connector
3
Auto ...
