Mazda 3 Service Manual: Wheel Hub, Steering Knuckle Inspection
Wheel Bearing Excessive Play Inspection
1. Install the magnetic base and dial gauge as shown in the figure and measure the wheel bearing axial excessive play.
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If it exceeds the maximum specification, replace the wheel hub bearing.
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Maximum front wheel bearing play
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0.05 mm {0.002 in}
Wheel Hub, Steering Knuckle Disassembly/Assembly
1. Disassemble in the order indicated in the table.
1
Dust Cover
2
Wheel hub component
.
3
Retaining clip
...
Wheel Hub, Steering Knuckle Removal/Installation
CAUTION:
Performing the following procedures without first removing the ABS wheel-speed
sensor may possibly cause an open circuit in the wiring harness if it is pulled
by mistake. Before ...
Other materials:
Parking Brake
CAUTION
Driving with the parking brake on
will cause excessive wear of the brake
parts.
NOTE
For parking in snow, refer to Winter Driving regarding parking
brake use.
Setting the parking brake
Depress the brake pedal and then firmly
pull the parking brake lever fully upwar ...
On Board Diagnostic System PID/Data Monitor Inspection [FS5 A EL]
NOTE:
The PID data screen function is used for monitoring the calculated value
of input/output signals in the module. Therefore, if the monitored value of
the output parts is not within the specification, it is necessary to inspect
the monitored value of input parts corresponding to ...
Tire Rotation
To equalize tread wear, rotate the tires every 12,000 km (7,500 miles) at the
latest or sooner
if irregular wear develops. Mazda recommends to rotate every 8,000 km (5,000
miles) to
help increase tire life and distribute wear more evenly.
Inspect the tires for uneven wear and damage. Abno ...
