Steering Rack Inspection
1. Inspect for cracking, damage, and tooth wear.
If there is any malfunction, replace the steering rack.
2. Measure the steering rack warp.
If it exceeds the maximum specification, replace the steering rack.
Large diameter portion (near point A): 0.15 mm {0.006 in} max.
Small diameter portion (near point B): 0.20 mm {0.008 in} max.
Tie-rod End Inspection
1. Inspect the tie-rod end for damage and the boot for cracks.
If there is any malfunction, replace the tie-rod end.
2. Inspect for excessive play.
If there is any malfunction, replace the tie-rod end.
3. Rotate the ball joint 5 times
.
4. Install two nuts to the ball joint and measure the tie-rod end rotational torque using a torque wrench.
If not within the specification, replace the tie-rod end.
0.5—3.0 N·m {5.1—30 kgf·cm, 4.5—26 in·lbf}
Tie rod Inspection
1. Inspect for bending and damage.
If there is any malfunction, replace the tie rod.
2. Inspect for excessive play.
If there is any malfunction, replace the tie rod.
3. Swing the ball joint 10 times
.
4. Measure the ball joint swing torque using a pull scale.
If it exceeds the specification, replace the tie rod.
0.4—4.0 N·m {4.1—40 kgf·cm, 3.6—35 in·lbf}
[Pull scale reading 0.6—29.3 N {0.06—2.98 kgf, 0.14—6.58 lbf}]
Contact Authorized Mazda Dealer and Have Vehicle Inspected
If any of the following warning lights or the indicator light turns on/flashes, the system may
have a malfunction. Contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer to have your vehicle
inspected.
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Body And Accessories
ABBREVIATIONS
ACC
Accessories
AUX
Auxiliary jack
CAN
Controller Area Network
DLC
Data Link Connector
GND
Ground
LH
Left Hand
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Liftgate/Trunk Lid
WARNING
Never allow a person to ride in the
luggage compartment/trunk:
Allowing a person to ride in the
luggage compartment/trunk is
dangerous. The person in the luggage
compartment/trunk could be seriously
injured or killed during sudden braking
or a collision.
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