Mazda 3 Service Manual: Rear Trailing Link Removal/Installation
CAUTION:
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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..
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Rear ABS wheel-speed sensor wiring harness (See Rear ABS Wheel-speed Sensor Wiring Harness Installation Note.) |
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Rear parking brake cable |
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Under cover |
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Brake caliper component . |
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Disc plate |
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Rear trailing link component (See Rear Trailing Link Component Removal Note.) (See Rear Trailing Link Component Installation Note.) |
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Rear wheel hub component |
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Dust cover |
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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:
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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:
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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.
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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:
Inspecting Engine Oil Level
Be sure the vehicle is on a level
surface.
Warm up the engine to normal
operating temperature.
Turn it off and wait at least 5 minutes
for the oil to return to the oil pan.
Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean, and
reinsert it fully.
Pull it out again and examine the level ...
Front ABS Wheel Speed Sensor Removal/Installation
1. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
2. Install in the reverse order of removal.
3. After installation, verify that there is no twisting in the front ABS wheel-speed
sensor.
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Connector
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Front ABS wheel-speed sensor
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Safety Practices
The way you drive has a great deal to do with your tire mileage and safety.
So cultivate good
driving habits for your own benefit.
Observe posted speed limits and drive at speeds that are safe for
the existing weather
conditions
Avoid fast starts, stops and turns
Avoid potholes and o ...
