Mazda 3 Service Manual: Drive Shaft Inspection
1. Inspect the connections for any looseness.
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If there is any malfunction, tighten or replace the applicable part.
2. Inspect the dust boot for damage and cracks.
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If there is any malfunction, replace the applicable part.
3. Move the spline and joint up and down, left and right by hand and verify that there is no excessive play.
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If there is any malfunction, replace the applicable part.
Drive Shaft (Tripod Joint) Disassembly/Assembly
1. Disassemble in the order indicated in the table.
2. Assemble in the reverse order of disassembly.
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Boot band (transaxle side)
(See Boot Band (Transaxle Side) Dis ...
Drive Shaft 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:
Oil Cooler Removal/Installation [FS5 A EL]
1. Remove the battery cover..
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
3. Remove the air cleaner component..
4. Remove the aerodynamic under cover NO.2..
5. Drain the ATF..
6. Drain the engine coolant..
7. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
1
Water ...
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 warnings
and cautions before handling the air bag module..
1. Disconnect the negative battery cabl ...
Rear Oil Seal Replacement [Mzr 2.0, Mzr 2.5]
1. Remove the transaxle..
2. Remove the flywheel (MTX) or the drive plate (ATX)..
3. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
4. Install in the reverse order of removal.
1
Bolt
2
Rear oil seal
(See Rear Oil Seal Installation Note. ...
