Mazda 3 Service Manual: Front Stabilizer Control Link Inspection
1. Remove the front stabilizer control link from the vehicle.. (See FRONT STABILIZER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZR 2.3 DISI Turbo]
2. Inspect for bending or damage. If there is any malfunction, replace the stabilizer control link.
3. Rotate the ball joint stud 10 times
and shake it side to side 10 times
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4. Measure the ball joint rotational torque using an Allen wrench and a torque wrench.
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Front stabilizer control link ball joint rotational torque
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0.2—0.9 N·m {3—9 kgf·cm, 2—7 in·lbf}
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If not within the specification, replace the front stabilizer control link.
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 ...
Front Stabilizer Removal/Installation [Mzr 2.0, Skyactiv G 2.0, Mzr 2.5]
1. Remove the joint cover..
2. Disconnect the steering shaft from the steering gear and linkage..
3. Remove the front crossmember component..
4. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
5. ...
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Oil Cooler Removal/Installation [Fw6 A EL]
1. Remove the battery cover..
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
3. Remove the aerodynamic under cover NO.2..
4. Drain the ATF..
5. Drain the engine coolant..
6. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
1
Water hose (connected to the water pipe)
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Headliner Removal/Installation
1. Shift to the D (ATX) or 4th gear (MTX) position. (4SD)
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
3. Remove the rain sensor cover. (Vehicles with auto light/wiper system).
4. Disconnect the rain sensor connector. (Vehicles with auto light/wiper system)
5. Partially peel back the seaming ...
