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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Clutch Pedal Inspection [C66 M R]
NOTE:
For the clutch pedal inspection, note the followings and measure each inspection
location.
Measure the center of the upper surface of the pedal pad for each inspection.
If the distance from the pedal pad to the floor covering is measured,
measure the shor ...
Fuse Replacement
Replacing the fuses on the vehicle's left side
If the electrical system does not work, first
inspect the fuses on the vehicle's left side.
Make sure the ignition is switched off,
and other switches are off.
Open the fuse panel cover.
Pull the fuse straight out with the
fuse pul ...
Tire Rotation
WARNING
Rotate tires periodically:
Irregular tire wear is dangerous. To
equalize tread wear for maintaining
good performance in handling and
braking, rotate the tires every 12,000
km (7,500 miles). However Mazda
recommends to rotate every 8,000 km
(5,000 miles) to help ...
