Mazda 3 Service Manual: Linkage, Power

Steering Switch Removal/Installation

WARNING: Handling the air bag module improperly can accidentally deploy the air bag module, which may seriously injure you. Read the air bag system service warnings and cautions before h ...

Air Bleeding

CAUTION: If the strainer is removed, impurities may penetrate the power steering system and damage it. To prevent this, always bleed air with the strainer installed. Do not ma ...

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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 ...

Drive Belt Removal/Installation [Mzr 2.3 Disi Turbo]
1. Remove the aerodynamic under cover No.2 and splash shield as a single unit.. 2. Rotate the drive belt auto tensioner in the direction shown in the figure and remove the drive belt. 3. Install the drive belt. 4. Verify that the drive belt auto tensioner indicator mark does not exceed ...

Clutch Disc Inspection [C66 M R]
Operation Inspection 1. Inspect the lining surface for discoloration and grease adhesion. 2. Inspect the torsion spring for weakness and the rivet for looseness. 3. Using a vernier caliper, measure the depth between the lining surface and the rivet head. Minimum clutch disc thickness ...