Mazda 3 Service Manual: Steering Shaft Inspection
1. Inspect the column bearing for excessive play and damage.
2. Verify that the measurement of the steering shaft indicated in the figure is as specified.
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If not within the specification replace the steering shaft component.
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Steering shaft length
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315—320 mm {12.41—12.59 in}
3. Inspect the tilt/telescope mechanism operation for the following.
a. Verify that the adjusting lever moves smoothly from the lock to the unlock position.
b. Verify that the steering shaft is fixed firmly when the adjusting lever is locked.
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If there is any malfunction, replace the steering shaft.
Power Steering Fluid Line Component Removal/Installation
NOTE:
The following procedure is for replacement of the parts shown in the figure.
Regarding replacement of the suction hose and return hose, refer to the electric
power steering oil pum ...
Steering Gear And Linkage Assembly
CAUTION:
To prevent damage to the steering gear, secure it to the vise using a copper
plate or clean cloth.
1. Assemble in the order indicated in the table.
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Other materials:
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 ...
Rear Center Speaker Inspection
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the following parts:
a. Rear seat cushion.
b. Rear scuff plate.
c. Tire house trim.
d. C-pillar trim.
e. Rear package trim.
f. Rear center speaker.
3. Verify the resistance between the rear center speaker terminals.
If ...
License Plate Light Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the lens..
3. Insert a tape-wrapped fastener remover to the position shown in the figure,
release the tabs.
4. Pull the rear bumper in the direction of the arrow (1) in the figure, and
pull out the license plate lights in the directi ...
