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

Mazda 3 Service Manual / Steering / Linkage, Power / 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.

1	Bolt
2	Connecting bolt (steering gear side)
3	Hose clips
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:

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 maintain the steering wheel fully turned for 5 s or more. The oil temperature could rise and damage ...

Drive Plate Removal/Installation [Fw6 A EL]
1. Remove the transaxle.. 2. Remove in the order indicated in the table. 1 Drive plate installation bolts (See Drive Plate Installation Bolts Removal Note.) (See Drive Plate Installation Bolts Installation Note.) 2 Backing plate ...

Fastening the Seat Belt
Pull the seat belt tongue to the desired length. Insert it into the seat belt buckle until you hear a click sound. Adjust the belt length. To lengthen the belt, hold the seat belt tongue at a right angle to the webbing and pull. To shorten, pull the loose end of the webbin ...