Mazda 3 Service Manual: Rear Trailing Link Removal/Installation

Mazda 3 Service Manual / Suspension / Rear Trailing Link Removal/Installation

CAUTION:

Performing the following procedures without first removing the ABS wheel-speed sensor may possibly cause an open circuit in the wiring harness if it is pulled by mistake. Before performing the following procedures, disconnect the ABS wheel-speed sensor wiring harness connector (axle side) and fix the wiring harness to an appropriate place where it will not be pulled by mistake while servicing the vehicle.

1. Disconnect the auto leveling sensor link lower side. (Vehicles with AFS).

2. Remove the rear coil spring..

3. Remove in the order indicated in the table.

4. Install in the reverse order of removal.

5. Inspect the wheel alignment and adjust it if necessary..

1	Rear ABS wheel-speed sensor wiring harness (See Rear ABS Wheel-speed Sensor Wiring Harness Installation Note.)
2	Rear parking brake cable
3	Under cover
4	Brake caliper component .
5	Disc plate
6	Rear trailing link component (See Rear Trailing Link Component Removal Note.) (See Rear Trailing Link Component Installation Note.)
7	Rear wheel hub component
8	Dust cover
9	Rear trailing link

Brake Caliper Component Removal Note

1. Remove the brake caliper component and suspend it out of the way using a cable.

Rear Trailing Link Component Removal Note

WARNING:

Removing the rear trailing link component is dangerous. The rear trailing link component could fall and cause serious injury or death. Verify that the jack securely supports the rear trailing link component.

1. Support the rear trailing link component using a jack.

2. Remove the rear trailing link front side bolts.

3. Remove the rear shock absorber lower side bolt.

4. Remove the rear lateral link outer side bolt.

5. Remove the rear upper arm outer side bolt.

6. Remove the rear trailing link component.

Rear Trailing Link Component Installation Note

WARNING:

Installing the rear trailing link component is dangerous. The rear trailing link component could fall and cause serious injury or death. Verify that the jack securely supports the rear trailing link component.

1. Support the trailing link component using a jack.

2. Install the rear upper arm outer side bolt.

3. Install the rear lateral link outer side bolt.

4. Install the rear shock absorber lower side bolt.

5. Tighten the trailing link front side bolts.

Rear ABS Wheel-speed Sensor Wiring Harness Installation Note

1. Pass the rear ABS wheel-speed sensor wiring harness outside the rear parking brake cable as shown in the figure.

2. Install the rear ABS wheel-speed sensor wiring harness.

Precaution

Intermittent Concern Troubleshooting Vibration method If malfunction occurs or becomes worse while driving on a rough road or when the engine is vibrating, perform the steps below. NO ...

Rear Wheel Hub Bolt Replacement

1. Remove the brake calliper component and disc plate.. 2. Remove the wheel hub bolt using the SST as shown in the figure. 3. Place a new wheel hub bolt in the wheel hub. 4. Install the whee ...

Other materials:

Oil Filter Replacement [Mzr 2.0, Mzr 2.5]
WARNING: Hot engines and engine oil can cause severe burns. Turn off the engine and wait until it and the engine oil have cooled. A vehicle that is lifted but not securely supported on safety stands is dangerous. It can slip or fall, causing death or serious injury. Never work ...

EGR Pipe Removal/Installation [Mzr 2.3 Disi Turbo]
1. Remove the battery cover.. 2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.. 3. Remove the battery and battery tray.. 4. Remove the following parts.. Fresh-air duct Air cleaner Charge air cooler Air hose Air duct 5. Set the throttle body out of the way ...

Front ABS Wheel Speed Sensor Inspection
Sensor Output Value Inspection CAUTION: Resistance inspection using other testers may cause damage to the ABS wheel-speed sensor internal circuit. Be sure to use the M-MDS to inspect the ABS wheel-speed sensor. 1. Switch the ignition to off. 2. Connect the M-MDS to the DLC-2. ...