Mazda 3 Service Manual: Rear Shock Absorber Removal/Installation

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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Clock Spring Inspection [Two Step Deployment Control System]
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.. 2. Remove the driver–side air bag module.. 3. Remove the steering wheel.. 4. Remove the column cover. 5. Remove the clock spring.. 6. Verify that the continuity is as indicated in the table. If not as indicated in the table, replace the ...

Timing Chain Removal/Installation [Skyactiv G 2.0]
WARNING: A hot engine can cause severe burns. Turn off the engine and wait until it is cool before servicing. CAUTION: If the camshaft is rotated with the timing chain removed and the piston at the top dead center position, the valve may contact the piston and the engine ...

Windshield Defrosting and Defogging
Press the windshield defroster switch. In this position, the outside air position is automatically selected, and the air conditioner automatically turns on. The air conditioner will directly dehumidify the air to the front windshield and side windows (on ). Airflow amount will be increased. ...