Mazda 3 Service Manual: Power Steering Fluid Line Component Removal/Installation

NOTE:

• 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

NOTE:

• 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).

NOTE:

• 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.