Mazda 3 Service Manual: Front Lower Arm Inspection
1. Remove the front lower arm from the vehicle..
2. Inspect the arm for bending or damage, and the ball joint for excessive looseness.
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If there is any malfunction, replace the front lower arm.
3. Rotate the ball joint stud 5 times
. Install the SST
to the ball joint stud, measure the rotational torque using a pull scale.
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If not within the specification, replace the front lower arm.
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Front lower arm ball joint rotational torque
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1.0—4.9 N·m {11—49 kgf·cm, 9—43 in·lbf}
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Pull scale reading [10—49 N {1.1—4.9 kgf, 3—10 lbf}]
Front Suspension
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Front Lower Arm 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:
Rear Door Quarter Glass Removal/Installation
1. Fully lower the rear door glass.
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
3. Remove the rear door trim..
4. Remove the service hole cover.
5. Remove the hole plug.
6. Remove the screw.
7. Remove the bolt A and B.
8. Remove the rear door glass guide.
9. Remove the pin ...
Rear Drain Hose Installation
CAUTION:
If the rear drain hose is pinched or bent anywhere, the water in the hose
may not discharge and enter the inside of the vehicle. During and after installation
of the trims and the headliner, always make sure there is no interference with
the rear drain hose. Fix any problem ...
Clutch Pipe And Hose Removal/Installation [C66 M R]
CAUTION:
Do not allow clutch fluid get on a painted surface. Clutch fluid contains
properties which can dissolve the paint. If clutch fluid gets on a painted surface,
wash it off with water immediately and wipe the area off completely.
1. Remove the battery cover..
2. Disconnec ...
