Mazda 3 Service Manual: Front Shock Absorber Disposal
1. Place the front shock absorber on a level surface or with the piston pointing downwards.
2. Drill a 2—3 mm {0.08—0.11 in}
hole at the point A shown in the figure so that the gas can escape.
WARNING:
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Whenever drilling into a shock absorber, wear protective eye wear. The gas in the shock absorber is pressurized and could spray metal chips into the eyes and face.
3. Drill a 2—3 mm {0.08—0.11 in}
hole at the point B shown in the figure to drain the oil.
4. Turn the hole made in Step 3 downwards and drain the oil by pumping the piston rod up and down several times.
5. Cut off the end of the front shock absorber.
6. Dispose of waste oil according to local waste disposal laws.
Front Shock Absorber And Coil Spring 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 ...
Front Shock Absorber Inspection
1. Remove the front shock absorber..
2. Inspect for damage and oil leakage.
3. Compress and extend the front shock absorber piston rod at least three
times at a steady rate. From the fourth comp ...
Other materials:
Vehicle Loading
WARNING
Do not tow a trailer with this vehicle:
Towing a trailer with this vehicle is dangerous because it has not been
designed to tow a
trailer and doing so will aff ect the drive system which could result in
vehicle damage.
This section will guide you in the proper l ...
Auxiliary Jack/Usb Port
NOTE:
“iPod” is a registered trademark of Apple Inc. in the United States and other
countries.
Purpose, Function
The Auxiliary jack/USB port outputs the audio signals of commercially-available
portable audio, a USB device, or an iPod connected to the Auxiliary jack/USB ...
Non Return Valve Inspection [Mzr 2.0, Mzr 2.5]
WARNING:
Fuel is very flammable liquid. If fuel spills or leaks from the pressurized
fuel system, it will cause serious injury or death and facility breakage. Fuel
can also irritate skin and eyes. To prevent this, always complete the “Fuel
Line Safety Procedure”, while referring ...
