Mazda 3 Service Manual: General Procedures (Front And Rear Axles)
Wheel and Tire Installation
1. When installing the wheels and tires, tighten the wheel nuts in a criss-cross pattern to the following tightening torque.
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Tightening torque
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88—118 N·m {9.0—12 kgf·m, 65—87 ft·lbf}
Connector Disconnection
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable before performing any work that requires handling of connectors..
Suspension Links Removal/Installation
1. For the joint sections with rubber bushings, raise the vehicle using a lift, and then temporarily tighten the installation bolts and nuts. Lower the vehicle to the ground and tighten them completely with the specified torque.
Driveline/Axle SST
49 F027 004
Attachment ø80
49 U027 005
Bearing installer
49 H027 002
Bearing remover
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Differentials
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Other materials:
Inspecting Engine Oil Level
Be sure the vehicle is on a level
surface.
Warm up the engine to normal
operating temperature.
Turn it off and wait at least 5 minutes
for the oil to return to the oil pan.
Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean, and
reinsert it fully.
Pull it out again and examine the level ...
Rear Center Speaker Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the following parts:
a. Rear seat cushion.
b. Rear scuff plate.
c. Tire house trim.
d. C-pillar trim.
e. Rear package trim.
3. Remove the screw.
4. Disconnect the connector.
5. Remove the rear center speaker.
6. Install in ...
Side Panel Removal/Installation
1. Insert a tape-wrapped fastener remover into the position indicated by the
arrow in the figure.
2. Pull the side panel in the direction of the arrow shown in the figure, then
remove the clips and hook.
3. Pull the side panel in the direction of the arrow shown in the figure, while
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