Mazda 3 Service Manual: Power Steering Fluid Line Component Removal/Installation
NOTE:
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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
NOTE:
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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).
NOTE:
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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 ...
Other materials:
Door Adjustment
1. Loosen the door hinge installation bolts.
2. Adjust the gap and height difference to the standard range by moving the door
back and forth, left and right.
Standard range
a: 2.5―4.5 mm {0.10―0.17 in}
b: -1.0―1.0 mm {-0.039―0.039 in}
c: 2.5& ...
Transaxle Fluid Temperature (Tft) Sensor Removal/Installation [FS5 A EL]
WARNING:
A hot transaxle and ATF can cause severe burns. Turn off the engine and wait
until they are cool.
1. Remove the primary control valve body.
a. Remove the battery cover..
b. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
c. Remove the aerodynamic under cover NO.2..
d. Clean ...
Buckle Switch Inspection
Driver Side
1. Switch the ignition to off.
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
3. Remove the front seat..
4. Remove the front buckle..
5. Inspect for continuity between the buckle switch terminals using a tester.
If not as indicated in the table, replace the driver sid ...
