Steering Rack Inspection
1. Inspect for cracking, damage, and tooth wear.
If there is any malfunction, replace the steering rack.
2. Measure the steering rack warp.
If it exceeds the maximum specification, replace the steering rack.
Large diameter portion (near point A): 0.15 mm {0.006 in} max.
Small diameter portion (near point B): 0.20 mm {0.008 in} max.
Tie-rod End Inspection
1. Inspect the tie-rod end for damage and the boot for cracks.
If there is any malfunction, replace the tie-rod end.
2. Inspect for excessive play.
If there is any malfunction, replace the tie-rod end.
3. Rotate the ball joint 5 times
.
4. Install two nuts to the ball joint and measure the tie-rod end rotational torque using a torque wrench.
If not within the specification, replace the tie-rod end.
0.5—3.0 N·m {5.1—30 kgf·cm, 4.5—26 in·lbf}
Tie rod Inspection
1. Inspect for bending and damage.
If there is any malfunction, replace the tie rod.
2. Inspect for excessive play.
If there is any malfunction, replace the tie rod.
3. Swing the ball joint 10 times
.
4. Measure the ball joint swing torque using a pull scale.
If it exceeds the specification, replace the tie rod.
0.4—4.0 N·m {4.1—40 kgf·cm, 3.6—35 in·lbf}
[Pull scale reading 0.6—29.3 N {0.06—2.98 kgf, 0.14—6.58 lbf}]
Oil Cooler Removal/Installation [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 ...
Maintenance Monitor (Type A audio)
“Oil Change” with a flexible setting *1 is available. Consult your
Authorized Mazda Dealer
when you want to change the setting *2 . Once the system turns on, the wrench
indicator light
in the instrument cluster will be illuminated when remaining oil life becomes
less than 500
km (300 mile), ...
Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor Inspection [Mzr 2.0, Mzr 2.5]
Visual Inspection
CAUTION:
When replacing the CMP sensor, make sure there is no foreign material on
it such as metal shavings. If it is installed with foreign material, the sensor
output signal will malfunction resulting from fluctuation in magnetic flux and
cause a deterioration i ...