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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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Theft Deterrent System Reading Freeze Frame Data
1. Connect the M-MDS (IDS) to the DLC–2. 2. After the vehicle is identified, select the following items from the initialization screen of the IDS. Select “Body”. Select "Burglar Service Functions". 3. Then, select the following item from the screen menu. ...

Headlight Bulb Removal/Installation
Halogen Type Low-beam 1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.. 2. Disconnect the connector. 3. Remove the cover. 4. Remove the adaptor. 5. Remove the headlight bulb (LO). CAUTION: A halogen bulb generates extremely high heat when it is illuminated. If the surface of ...

Mounting the Spare Tire
Remove dirt and grime from the mounting surfaces of the wheel and hub, including the hub bolts, with a cloth. WARNING Make sure the mounting surfaces of the wheel, hub and lug nuts are clean before changing or replacing tires: When changing or replacing a tire, ...

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