Mazda 3 Service Manual: Shroud Panel Removal/Installation
CAUTION:
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Because the shroud panel is installed to the bumper reinforcement, support the shroud panel using a jack before removing the bumper reinforcement so as not to apply excessive force to the shroud panel.
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Since the servicing is performed with the hood open, secure the hood using a piece of wood to prevent it from falling.
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the following parts:
a. Front bumper.
b. Front combination lights.
c. Seal plate.
d. Front bumper reinforcement.
3. Disconnect the hood latch cable..
4. Remove the bolts.
5. Push the hooks in the direction of arrow (1), and remove the upper mount bracket in the direction of the arrow (2).
6. Pull the shroud panel in the direction of arrow (3) in the figure, and remove it in the direction of arrow (4).
CAUTION:
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Support the lower surface of the radiator with a floor jack to prevent the radiator from falling off after the shroud panel is removed.
7. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Radiator Removal/Installation [Mzr 2.0, Mzr 2.5]
WARNING:
Never remove the cooling system cap or loosen the radiator drain plug while
the engine is running, or when the engine and radiator are hot. Scalding engine
coolant and steam may ...
Water Pump Removal/Installation [Mzr 2.0, Mzr 2.5]
WARNING:
Never remove the cooling system cap or loosen the radiator drain plug while
the engine is running, or when the engine and radiator are hot. Scalding engine
coolant and steam may ...
Other materials:
Emergency Driving Stop System
In the Subaru Solterra, the Emergency Driving Stop System is engineered
to automatically slow down and bring the vehicle to a controlled stop within its
lane if the driver becomes unable to continue driving, such as in the case of a
sudden medical emergency or loss of responsiveness.
While ...
Magnetic Clutch Adjustment [Manual Air Conditioner]
1. Measure the clearance around the entire circumference between the pressure
plate and A/C compressor pulley using a thickness gauge.
2. Verify that the clearance.
If not within the specification, remove the pressure plate and adjust the
clearance by changing the shim (0.2 mm {0. ...
Rear Shock Absorber Disposal
1. Clamp a rear shock absorber on a flat surface or with the piston pointing
downwards.
2. Drill a 2—3 mm {0.08—0.11 in} hole at a point 40—50 mm {1.6—1.9
in} from the bottom of the tube, so that the gas can escape.
WARNING:
Whenever drilling into a rear shock absorber, w ...
