Mazda CX-5 Service & Repair Manual: Front Shock Absorber And Coil Spring Removal/Installation
CAUTION:
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Performing the following procedures without first removing the front 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 front ABS wheel-speed sensor wiring harness 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. Disconnect the front ABS wheel-speed sensor wiring harness installed to the steering knuckle and set it aside..
2. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
3. Install in the reverse order of removal.
4. Inspect the wheel alignment and adjust it if necessary..
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1 |
Front brake hose clip (See BRAKE HOSE (FRONT) REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.) |
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2 |
Front stabilizer control link upper nut (See FRONT STABILIZER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.) |
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3 |
Dynamic damper (if equipped) |
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4 |
Front shock absorber lower bolt (See Front Shock Absorber Lower bolt Installation Note.) |
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5 |
Front shock absorber upper nut |
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6 |
Front shock absorber and coil spring |
Front Shock Absorber Lower bolt Installation Note
1. Install the steering knuckle to the front shock absorber, insert the bolts from the direction shown as follows, then tighten them to the specified torque.
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Vehicle right side: Insert the bolts from the vehicle front.
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Vehicle left side: Insert the bolts from the vehicle rear.
Front Shock Absorber And Coil Spring Disassembly/Assembly
WARNING:
Removing/installing the front shock absorber and coil spring is dangerous.
The front shock absorber and coil spring could fly off and cause serious injury
or death, and damage ...
Front Shock Absorber Disposal
WARNING:
Whenever drilling into a front shock absorber, wear protective eye wear.
The gas in the front shock absorber is pressurized, and could spray metal chips
into the eyes and face ...
Other materials:
Outer Mirror Glass Installation
1. Connect the mirror heater connectors. (with heated outer mirror)
2. Connect the blind spot monitoring (BSM) warning indicator light connector
(with blind spot monitoring system).
NOTE:
Lightly pull the blind spot monitoring (BSM) warning indicator light connector
and verify t ...
On/Off Solenoid Removal/Installation [Fw6 A EL, Fw6 Ax EL]
WARNING:
A hot transaxle and ATF can cause severe burns. Turn off the engine and wait
until they are cool.
Always wear protective eye wear when using the air compressor. If the air
compressor is used, any particles of dirt or soiling could spatter and get into
the eyes.
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Fuel Filler Pipe Removal/Installation
WARNING:
Fuel is very flammable liquid. If fuel spills or leaks from the pressurized
fuel system, it will cause serious injury or death and facility breakage. Fuel
can also irritate skin and eyes. To prevent this, always complete the “Fuel
Line Safety Procedure”, while referring ...
