Mazda 3 Service Manual: Steering Shaft Inspection
1. Inspect the column bearing for excessive play and damage.
2. Verify that the measurement of the steering shaft indicated in the figure is as specified.
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If not within the specification replace the steering shaft component.
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Steering shaft length
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315—320 mm {12.41—12.59 in}
3. Inspect the tilt/telescope mechanism operation for the following.
a. Verify that the adjusting lever moves smoothly from the lock to the unlock position.
b. Verify that the steering shaft is fixed firmly when the adjusting lever is locked.
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If there is any malfunction, replace the steering shaft.
Wheel, Column
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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 th ...
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Precaution [Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)]
1. The ABS warning light and/or brake system warning light and/or DSC indicator
light and/or DSC OFF light illuminate even when the system is normal.
Warning lights that may illuminate and/or flash
Cases in which the light may illuminate
Conditions in ...
ABS HU/CM Removal/Installation
WARNING:
If the ABS HU/CM configuration is not completed, it could result in an unexpected
accident due to the ABS being inoperative. If the ABS HU/CM or ABS CM is replaced,
always use the automatic configuration function so that the ABS operation conditions
are correct.
CAUTI ...
Side Air Bag Sensor No. 2 Removal/Installation [Two Step Deployment Control
System]
WARNING:
Handling the side air bag sensor improperly can accidentally operate (deploy)
the air bag module, which may seriously injure you. Read the air bag system
service warnings and cautions before handling the side air bag sensor..
1. Switch the ignition to off.
2. Disconnec ...
