1. Remove the front lower arm..
2. Inspect the front lower arm for bending or damage, and the front lower arm ball joint for excessive looseness.
If there is any malfunction, replace the front lower arm.
3. Rotate the front lower arm ball joint stud 5 times
. Install the SST
to the front lower arm ball joint stud, measure the rotational torque using a torque wrench.

If not within the specification, replace the front lower arm.
18 N·m {1.8 kgf·m,13 ft·lbf} max.
3.2 N·m {33 kgf·cm,28 in·lbf} max.
Front Axle
Front Lower Arm Removal/InstallationBreak-In Period
No special break-in is necessary, but a few precautions in the first 1,000 km
(600 miles) may add to the performance, economy, and life of your Mazda.
• Do not race the engine.
• Do not maintain one constant speed,
either slow or fast, for a long period of time.
• Do not drive constantl ...
Rear Door Hinge Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the following parts:
a. Rear door.
b. Front scuff plate.
c. Rear scuff plate.
d. B-pillar lower trim.
3. Remove in the order shown in the figure.
1
Bolt
2
Nut
3 ...
Check Valve Removal/Installation
Except U.S.A. And CANADA
1. Remove the floor under cover..
2. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
1
Evaporative hose
2
Check valve
3. Install in the reverse order of removal. ...