Mazda 3 Service Manual: Front Suspension

Wheel Hub Component 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 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. If there is any malfunction, replace the front lower a ...

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Wheel Hub Component Inspection
Wheel Bearing Excessive Play Inspection 1. Remove the brake caliper component and disc plate.. 2. Install the magnetic base and dial gauge as shown in the figure and measure the wheel bearing axial excessive play. If it exceeds the maximum specification, replace the wheel hub compon ...

Windshield Washer Hose Removal/Installation
1. Remove the following parts: a. Windshield wiper arm and blade. b. Front fender molding. c. Cowl grille. d. Front mudguard (RH). 2. Disconnect joint pipes, then remove windshield washer hose B, C and D. 3. Remove the windshield washer hose B. 4. Disconnect windshield washer hose C fr ...

Steering Wheel And Column Inspection
Play Inspection 1. With the wheels in the straight-ahead position, start the engine. 2. Turn the steering wheel to the left and right gently, then verify that the steering wheel play is within the specification. Steering wheel play 0—30 mm {0—1.18 in} (When hydraulic operating) ...