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Mazda 3 Service Manual: Rear Shock Absorber Removal/Installation

Mazda 3 Service Manual / Suspension / Rear Suspension / Rear Shock Absorber Removal/Installation

1. Remove in the order indicated in the table.

2. Install in the reverse order of removal.



1

Rear shock absorber upper nut

2

Rear shock absorber under bolt

3

Rear shock absorber


Rear Shock Absorber Inspection
1. Remove the rear shock absorber.. 2. Inspect for damage and oil leakage. 3. Compress and extend the shock piston at least three times. Verify that the operational force does not change and tha ...

Rear Stabilizer Control Link Inspection
1. Remove the rear stabilizer control link from the vehicle.. 2. Inspect for bending or damage. If there is any malfunction, replace the rear stabilizer control link. 3. Rotate the ball joint st ...

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Clutch Disc Inspection [C66 M R]
Operation Inspection 1. Inspect the lining surface for discoloration and grease adhesion. 2. Inspect the torsion spring for weakness and the rivet for looseness. 3. Using a vernier caliper, measure the depth between the lining surface and the rivet head. Minimum clutch disc thickness ...

Rear Tilt Motor Inspection
1. Remove the battery cover.. 2. Disconnect the negative battery cable and wait 1 min or more.. 3. Disconnect the rear tilt motor connector. 4. Apply battery positive voltage to the rear tilt motor terminals and inspect the rear tilt motor operation If not as specified, replace t ...

License Plate Light Bulb Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.. 2. Insert a tape-wrapped fastener remover to the position shown in the figure, release the tabs, and remove the lens. 3. Remove the license plate light bulb. 4. Install in the reverse order of removal. ...

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