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Mazda 3 Service Manual: Joint Shaft Removal/Installation [Mzr 2.0, Mzr 2.3 Disi Turbo, Mzr 2.5]

Mazda 3 Service Manual / Drivetrain / Driveline / Driveshafts / Joint Shaft Removal/Installation [Mzr 2.0, Mzr 2.3 Disi Turbo, Mzr 2.5]

CAUTION:

1. Remove the aerodynamic under cover No.2 and splash shield as a unit..

2. Drain the transaxle oil or ATF..

3. Remove the WU-TWC bracket. (MZR 2.3 DISI Turbo).

4. Remove the generator duct fitting nuts, and position it in the engine compartment in a location where no part can be damaged as shown in the figure. (MZR 2.3 DISI Turbo)


5. Remove in the order indicated in the table.

6. Install in the reverse order of removal.



1

ABS wheel-speed sensor connector

2

Tie-rod end ball joint

.

3

Stabilizer control link upper nut

4

Dynamic damper

5

Front lower arm ball joint

.

6

Joint shaft

.

7

Joint shaft bracket (MZR 2.0)

(See Joint Shaft Bracket (MZR 2.0) Installation Note.)

8

Joint shaft clip

.


Joint Shaft Removal Note

1. Disconnect the drive shaft (RH) from the joint shaft by tapping the transaxle side outer ring with a brass bar and hammer.


2. Disconnect the clips to set the CKP sensor wiring harness out of the way to prevent interference with the joint shaft. (MZR 2.5)


3. Remove the joint shaft installation bolts.

4. Remove the joint shaft.

CAUTION:

5. Install the SST to the transaxle after the joint shaft is removed.


Joint Shaft Clip Installation Note

1. Install a new joint shaft clip to the clip groove at the end of the joint shaft with the clip opening facing upward and the clip width within the specification.

2. After installation, measure the outer diameter.


Joint Shaft Bracket (MZR 2.0) Installation Note

1. Temporarily tighten the bolts A and B.


2. Tighten the bolts A, then tighten the bolt B to the specified torque.

Joint Shaft (MZR 2.3 DISI Turbo, MZR 2.5) Installation Note

1. Insert the joint shaft into the transaxle.

2. Temporarily tighten the bolts A and B.


3. Tighten the bolts A, then tighten the bolt B to the specified torque.

Front Lower Arm Ball Joint Installation Note

NOTE:

Joint Shaft Inspection
1. Verify that there is no torsion or cracks on the joint shaft. If there is any malfunction, replace the joint shaft. 2. Turn the joint shaft by hand and verify that the bearing rotates ...

Joint Shaft Removal/Installation [Skyactiv G 2.0]
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Oil Control Valve (OCV) Inspection [Skyactiv G 2.0]
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Air Fuel Ratio (A/F) Sensor Inspection [Mzr 2.0, Mzr 2.5]
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Inspecting Engine Oil Level
Be sure the vehicle is on a level surface. Warm up the engine to normal operating temperature. Turn it off and wait at least 5 minutes for the oil to return to the oil pan. Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean, and reinsert it fully. Pull it out again and examine the level ...

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