Mazda 3 Service Manual: 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 stud 10 times
and shake it side to side 10 times
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4. Measure the ball joint rotational torque using an Allen wrench and a torque wrench.
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Rear stabilizer control link ball joint rotational torque
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0.5—2.0 N·m {6—20 kgf·cm, 5—17 in·lbf}
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If not within the specification, replace the rear stabilizer control link.
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 abso ...
Rear Stabilizer Removal/Installation
1. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
2. Install in the reverse order of removal.
1
Rear stabilizer control link
2
Rear stabilizer ...
Other materials:
Fuse Replacement
Replacing the fuses on the vehicle's left side
If the electrical system does not work, first
inspect the fuses on the vehicle's left side.
Make sure the ignition is switched off,
and other switches are off.
Open the fuse panel cover.
Pull the fuse straight out with the
fuse pul ...
Warning Light
The warning light turns on when the
system has a malfunction.
Refer to Warning Lights on .
Brake Pad Wear Indicator
When the disc brake pads become worn,
the built-in wear indicators contact the
disc plates. This causes a screeching noise
to warn that the pads should be replaced.
When ...
Hood Removal/Installation
WARNING:
Removing the hood without supporting it could cause the hood to fall and
cause serious injury. Always perform the procedure with at least another person
to prevent the hood from falling.
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the following parts:
a. Fro ...
