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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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Outer Mirror Garnish Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.. 2. Remove the outer mirror glass from the outer mirror.. 3. Pinch the end of the tab which is visible, and release the tab by pressing it toward the vehicle front (3 locations). 4. Grasp the upper side of the outer mirror garnish and remove it b ...

Rear Wiper Motor Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.. 2. Remove the following parts: a. Rear wiper arm and blade. b. Liftgate upper trim. c. Liftgate side trim. d. Liftgate lower trim. 3. Disconnect the rear wiper motor connector. 4. Remove the bolts, then remove the rear wiper motor. 5. Re ...

Variable Valve Timing Actuator Inspection [Mzr 2.3 Disi Turbo]
CAUTION: Variable valve timing actuator cannot be disassembled because it is a precision unit. 1. Remove the battery cover.. 2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.. 3. Remove the charge air cooler.. 4. Remove the ignition coils.. 5. Disconnect the ventilation hose from th ...

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