Mazda 3 Service Manual: Wheel Alignment Pre Inspection
1. Park the vehicle on a level ground, in an unloaded condition*, and with the wheels straight forward.
*: Unloaded condition.....Fuel tank is full. Engine coolant and engine oil are at specified level. Spare tire, jack and tools are in designated position.
2. Inspect the tire pressure.
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Adjust to the recommended pressure if necessary..
3. Inspect the wheel bearing play.
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Correct if necessary..
4. Inspect the wheel runout.
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Correct if necessary..
5. Rock the vehicle, and verify that there is no looseness in the steering wheel joint and suspension ball joint.
6. Rock the vehicle, and verify that the shock absorber operates properly.
7. Measure height H from the center of the wheel to the fender brim.
8. Verify that the difference between the left and right dimension H is within the specification.
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If it exceeds the specification, repeat the Step 2—7.
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Standard
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10 mm {0.39 in} or less
Tire House Trim Removal/Installation
4SD
1. Remove the rear seat cushion..
2. Remove the rear scuff plate..
3. Partially peel back the seaming welt.
4. Remove the fastener.
5. Pull the tire house trim in the direction of arrow s ...
Wheel Balance Adjustment
CAUTION:
Adjust the outer wheel balance first, then the inner wheel balance.
Be careful not to scratch the wheels.
Adhesive-type Balance Weight (Outer)
1. Remove the old balance ...
Other materials:
Front Door Speaker Inspection
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the inner garnish..
3. Remove the front door trim..
4. Remove the front door speaker..
5. Verify the resistance between the front door speaker terminals.
If not within the specification, replace the front door speaker.
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Inside rear view mirror
In the Subaru Solterra, the inside rear view mirror is designed to
provide a clear and accurate view of the area behind the vehicle, allowing the driver
to maintain full awareness of surrounding traffic conditions.
Adjusting the height of rear view mirror
The position of the rear view mirror i ...
Drive Shaft Inspection
1. Inspect the connections for any looseness.
If there is any malfunction, tighten or replace the applicable part.
2. Inspect the dust boot for damage and cracks.
If there is any malfunction, replace the applicable part.
3. Move the spline and joint up and down, left ...
