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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General Procedures (Brake)
Wheel and Tire Installation
1. When installing the wheels and tires, tighten the wheel nuts in a criss-cross
pattern to the following tightening torque.
Tightening torque
88—118 N·m {9.0—12 Kgf·m, 65—87 ft·lbf}
Brake Lines Disconnection
1. If any brake line has been disconnec ...
DSC Off Switch Inspection
1. Remove the DSC OFF switch..
2. Verify that the continuity between the DSC OFF switch terminals is as indicated
in the table.
If not as indicated in the table, replace the DSC OFF switch.
3. Apply battery voltage to DSC OFF switch terminal E, and connect terminal A
to g ...
Rear Door Quarter Glass Removal/Installation
1. Fully lower the rear door glass.
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
3. Remove the rear door trim..
4. Remove the service hole cover.
5. Remove the hole plug.
6. Remove the screw.
7. Remove the bolt A and B.
8. Remove the rear door glass guide.
9. Remove the pin ...
