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.

If not within the specification replace the steering shaft component.
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.
If there is any malfunction, replace the steering shaft.
Power Steering Fluid Line Component Removal/Installation
Steering Gear And Linkage AssemblySlide Motor Inspection
1. Remove the battery cover..
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable and wait 1 min or more..
3. Disconnect the slide motor connector.
4. Apply battery positive voltage to the slide motor terminals and inspect the
slide motor operation
If not as specified, replace the front sea ...
Stay Damper Disposal
NOTE:
The stay damper contains colorless, odorless, nontoxic gas.
1. Wear protective eye wear.
2. Position the stay damper horizontally.
3. Drain gas and oil by cutting the position indicated in the figure to a
2—3 mm {0.08—0.11 in} depth using a metal saw.
CAUTION:
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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 mi ...