Mazda 3 Service Manual: Steering Gear And Linkage 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 connector (axle side) and fix the wiring harness to an appropriate place where it will not be pulled by mistake while servicing the vehicle.
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Secure the steering wheel using tape or a cable to prevent the steering shaft from rotating after disconnecting the steering shaft. If the steering wheel rotates after the steering shaft and the steering gear and linkage are disconnected, the internal parts of the clock spring could be damaged.
1. Remove the joint cover..
2. Disconnect the steering shaft from the steering gear and linkage..
3. Remove the front crossmember component..
4. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
5. Install in the reverse order of removal.
6. After installation, inspect the front wheel alignment and adjust it if necessary..
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Insulator |
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Steering gear and linkage (See Steering Gear and Linkage Removal Note.) |
Steering Gear and Linkage Removal Note
1. Remove the steering gear and linkage installation bolts, move the steering gear and linkage in the direction and order of the arrows shown in the figure, and then remove it.
Steering Gear And Linkage Inspection
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 ex ...
Wheel, Column
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Other materials:
Using Automatic Locking Mode
Follow these instructions when using a child-restraint system, unless you are
attaching a LATCH-equipped childrestraint system to the rear LATCH lower
anchors. Refer to “Using LATCH Lower Anchor” .
NOTE
Follow the child-restraint system
manufacturer's instructions carefully.
If you are not ...
Center Cover Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the center panel..
3. Remove the upper clumn cover..
4. Remove the instrument cluster..
5. Pull the center cover in the direction of arrow (1) shown in the figure, then
remove the hooks.
6. Pull the center cover in the direction of ...
Windshield Wipers
Turn the wipers on by pressing the lever
up or down.
With intermittent wiper
Variable-speed intermittent wipers
Set the lever to the intermittent position
and choose the interval timing by rotating
the ring.
With auto-wiper control
Auto-wiper control
When the wiper lever is ...
