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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Variable Swirl Shutter Valve Actuator Inspection [Mzr 2.3 Disi Turbo]
Operation Inspection
1. Remove the air hose..
2. Disconnect the vacuum hose from the variable swirl control solenoid valve.
3. Connect a vacuum pump to the variable swirl shutter valve actuator.
4. Apply vacuum and verify that the rod moves.
Vacuum
kPa {mmHg, inHg ...
Clock Switch Inspection
NOTE:
Clock switch built with the hazard warning switch.
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the clock switch..
3. Verify resistance between the clock switch terminals.
If the resistance is not as specified, replace the clock switch.
Between t ...
Auto Lock/Unlock Function
WARNING
Do not pull the inner handle on a front
door:
Pulling the inner handle on a front
door while the vehicle is moving
is dangerous. Passengers can fall
out of the vehicle if the door opens
accidentally , which could result in
death or serious injury.
When ...
