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.
Wheel, Column
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Steering Wheel And Column Inspection
Play Inspection
1. With the wheels in the straight-ahead position, start the engine.
2. Turn the steering wheel to the left and right gently, then verify that the
steering wheel play is within th ...
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Driving on Uneven Road
Your vehicle's suspension and underbody can be damaged if driven on
rough/uneven roads
or over speed bumps at excessive speeds. Use care and reduce speed when
traveling on
rough/uneven roads or over speed bumps.
Use care not to damage the vehicle's underbody, bumpers or muffler(s) when
dr ...
Door Adjustment
1. Loosen the door hinge installation bolts.
2. Adjust the gap and height difference to the standard range by moving the door
back and forth, left and right.
Standard range
a: 2.5―4.5 mm {0.10―0.17 in}
b: -1.0―1.0 mm {-0.039―0.039 in}
c: 2.5& ...
Electro Hydraulic Power Assist Steering (EHPAS) Control Module Inspection
Terminal Voltage Table (Reference)
Terminal
Signal name
Connected to
Measured item
Measured terminal (measured condition)
Standard
Inspection item(s)
1A
Ground
Ground ...
