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
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3
Retaining clip
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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:
Dashboard Upper Panel Removal/Installation
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1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the following parts:
a. Upper column cover.
b. Instrument cluster.
c. Center panel.
d. Center cover.
3. Remove the screw.
4. Pull up the dashboard upper panel in the direction of arrow shown in the figure,
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Rearview Mirror Removal
1. Insert a tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver to the position shown in the figure
and press the center part of the spring in the direction of arrows (1), and then
pull out the rearview mirror in the direction of arrows (2) shown in the figure.
CAUTION:
When removing the rearview m ...
Cowl Grille Removal/Installation
1. Remove the windshield wiper arm and blade..
2. Remove the fastener A.
3. Pull the front fender molding in the direction of the arrow shown in the figure
and remove it while remove the tab B and tab C.
4. Disconnect the windshield washer hose from the joint pipe A..
5. Remove the fas ...
