Mazda 3 Service Manual: Steering Switch Removal/Installation
WARNING:
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Handling the air bag module improperly can accidentally deploy the air bag module, which may seriously injure you. Read the air bag system service warnings and cautions before handling the air bag module..
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable and wait for 1 min or more
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2. Remove the driver-side air bag module..
3. Remove the steering wheel..
4. Remove the screw.
5. Remove the wiring harness from the cover hook.
6. Remove the cover tabs and pins from the steering wheel.
7. Remove the cover.
8. Disconnect the connector.
9. Remove the screw.
10. Remove the steering switch pins from the steering wheel.
11. Remove the steering switch.
12. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Steering Switch Inspection
Without Bluetooth System
WARNING:
Handling the air bag module improperly can accidentally deploy the air bag
module, which may seriously injure you. Read the air bag system service warning ...
Linkage, Power
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Other materials:
Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and
Accessories
Non-genuine parts and accessories for Mazda vehicles can be found in stores.
These may fit your vehicle, but they are not approved by Mazda for use with
Mazda
vehicles. When you install non-genuine parts or accessories, they could affect
your vehicle's
performance or safety systems; the Maz ...
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.
If not within the specification replace the steering shaft component.
Steering shaft length
315—320 mm {12.41—1 ...
Closing the Hood
Check under the hood area to make
certain all filler caps are in place and all
loose items (e.g. tools, oil containers,
etc.) have been removed.
Lift the hood, grasp the padded area on
the support rod, and secure the support
rod in the clip. Verify that the support
rod is secured in ...
