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:
Clutch Release Collar Inspection [C66 M R]
CAUTION:
Do not clean the clutch release collar with cleaning fluids or a steam cleaner
because it is filled with grease.
Operation Inspection
1. Turn the collar while applying force in the axial direction, and inspect for
sticking, excessive resistance, and an abnormal noise.
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Electro Hydraulic Power Assist Steering (EHPAS) Control Module Inspection
Terminal Voltage Table (Reference)
Terminal
Signal name
Connected to
Measured item
Measured terminal (measured condition)
Standard
Inspection item(s)
1A
Ground
Ground ...
Clutch Pedal Inspection [C66 M R]
NOTE:
For the clutch pedal inspection, note the followings and measure each inspection
location.
Measure the center of the upper surface of the pedal pad for each inspection.
If the distance from the pedal pad to the floor covering is measured,
measure the shor ...
