Mazda 3 Service Manual: Power Steering Fluid Line Component Removal/Installation
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The following procedure is for replacement of the parts shown in the figure. Regarding replacement of the suction hose and return hose, refer to the electric power steering oil pump component removal/installation..
Power Steering Pipe Component Removal/Installation
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The pressure pipe and return pipe are integrated with the power steering pipe component. Therefore, if any one of the pipes has a malfunction, replace the power steering pipe component.
1. Remove the front mudguard (RH)..
2. Remove the splash shield and aerodynamic under cover NO.2 as a single unit..
3. Remove the connecting bolt (pump side) from the electric power steering oil pump and disconnect the return hose from the power steering pipe component (return pipe).
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Drain the power steering fluid.
4. Remove the nut shown in the figure.
5. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
6. Install in the reverse order of removal.
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1 |
Bolt |
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2 |
Connecting bolt (steering gear side) |
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3 |
Hose clips |
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4 |
Power steering pipe component |
Power Steering Fluid Inspection
Fluid Level Inspection
1. Verify that the fluid level is between MAX and MIN of the sub tank when the
engine is cold.
If the fluid is not at the specified level, adjust the fluid level (MIN ...
Steering Shaft Inspection
1. Inspect the column bearing for excessive play and damage.
2. Verify that the measurement of the steering shaft indicated in the figure
is as specified.
If not within the specificati ...
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Power Systems Personalization Features Setting Procedure
NOTE:
Use the IDS (laptop PC) because the PDS (Pocket PC) does not support the
POWER SYSTEMS PERSONALIZATION FEATURES SETTING PROCEDURE.
1. Connect the M-MDS to the DLC–2.
2. After the vehicle is identified, select the following items from the initial
screen of the M-MDS. ...
Liftgate Adjustment
1. Measure the gap and height difference between the liftgate and the body.
2. Loosen the liftgate hinge installation bolts and adjust the gap by moving
the liftgate.
Standard clearance
a: 5.0―7.0 mm {0.20―0.27 in}
b: -2.0―0 mm {-0.078―0 in}
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Windshield Washer Hose Removal/Installation
1. Remove the following parts:
a. Windshield wiper arm and blade.
b. Front fender molding.
c. Cowl grille.
d. Front mudguard (RH).
2. Disconnect joint pipes, then remove windshield washer hose B, C and D.
3. Remove the windshield washer hose B.
4. Disconnect windshield washer hose C fr ...
