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:
Instrument Cluster Inspection
Speedometer
Using a speedometer tester
CAUTION:
When only the front or the rear wheels are driven using a speedometer tester,
the ABS or DSC may determine that the vehicle speed signal is in error and the
engine cannot be stopped by the normal operation. If the engine cannot be stopp ...
Changing a Flat Tire
NOTE
If the following occurs while driving, it
could indicate a flat tire.
Steering becomes difficult.
The vehicle begins to vibrate
excessively.
The vehicle pulls in one direction.
If you have a flat tire, drive slowly to a
level spot that is well off the road and out
of the way of ...
Windshield Defrosting and
Defogging
Set the mode selector dial to the
position.
Set the temperature control dial to the
desired position.
Set the fan control dial to the desired
speed.
If dehumidified heating is desired, turn
on the air conditioner.
WARNING
Do not defog the windshield using the
pos ...
