Mazda 3 Service Manual: Wheel Hub, Steering Knuckle Removal/Installation
CAUTION:
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Performing the following procedures without first removing the ABS wheel-speed sensor may possibly cause an open circuit in the wiring harness if it is pulled by mistake. Before performing the following procedures, disconnect the ABS wheel-speed sensor connector (axle side) and fix the wiring harness to an appropriate place where it will not be pulled by mistake while servicing the vehicle.
1. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
2. Install in the reverse order of removal.
3. After installation, inspect the front wheel alignment and adjust it if necessary..
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1 |
ABS wheel-speed sensor connector |
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2 |
ABS wheel-speed sensor |
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3 |
Locknut |
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4 |
Brake caliper component (See Brake Caliper Component Removal Note.) (See FRONT BRAKE (DISC) REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZR 2.0, SKYACTIV-G 2.0, MZR 2.5].) (See FRONT BRAKE (DISC) REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZR 2.3 DISI Turbo].) |
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5 |
Disc plate |
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6 |
Tie-rod end ball joint . |
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7 |
Front lower arm ball joint (See Front Lower Arm Ball Joint Installation Note.) |
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8 |
Stabilizer control link upper nut |
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9 |
Dynamic damper |
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10 |
Wheel hub, steering knuckle component (See Wheel Hub, Steering Knuckle Component Removal Note.) (See Wheel Hub, Steering Knuckle Component Installation Note.) |
Brake Caliper Component Removal Note
1. Remove the retaining clip, mounting support installing bolt and suspend it out of the way using a cable.
Wheel Hub, Steering Knuckle Component Removal Note
1. Separate the shock absorber from the wheel hub, steering knuckle component by tapping the upper part of the steering knuckle with a hammer.
Wheel Hub, Steering Knuckle Component Installation Note
1. Apply grease (L2Y1 33247) to the wheel bearing inner race and drive shaft contact surface (Area A in figure).
2. Install the wheel hub, steering knuckle component.
Front Lower Arm Ball Joint Installation Note
NOTE:
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The bolt insertion direction can be either front or rear of the vehicle, however, keep the insertion direction the same on both the left and right sides of the vehicle.
Wheel Hub, Steering Knuckle Inspection
Wheel Bearing Excessive Play Inspection
1. Install the magnetic base and dial gauge as shown in the figure and measure
the wheel bearing axial excessive play.
If it exceeds the maximum ...
Rear Suspension
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Other materials:
Trunk Lid Stay Damper Disposal
NOTE:
The gas in the trunk lid stay damper is colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
1. Wear protective eye wear.
2. Lay the trunk lid stay damper flat.
3. Hacksaw 2—3 mm {0.08—0.11 in} into the trunk lid stay damper
using a hacksaw, and allow the gas to escape from the trunk li ...
Interior Light Bulb Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Insert a tape-wrapped fastener remover into the service hole and pry with
the screwdriver in the direction shown by the arrow to remove the lens.
3. Remove the interior light bulb.
4. Install in the reverse order of removal. ...
Rear Wheel Hub Bolt Replacement
1. Remove the brake calliper component and disc plate..
2. Remove the wheel hub bolt using the SST as shown in the figure.
3. Place a new wheel hub bolt in the wheel hub.
4. Install the wheel hub by placing a proper sized washer on the hub, and tightening
the nut as shown in the figure. ...
