Installation Visual Inspection
1. Inspect the following items:
If there is any malfunction, replace the applicable part.
a. Excessive play of the ABS wheel-speed sensor
b. Deformation of the ABS wheel-speed sensor
c. Deformation or damage of the ABS sensor rotor
Clearance Inspection
1. Remove the ABS wheel-speed sensor.
2. Measure the distance between the ABS wheel-speed sensor installation surface and the ABS sensor rotor. This is dimension A.

3. Calculate the clearance between the front ABS wheel-speed sensor and the ABS sensor rotor using the following formula:
Clearance (mm {in}) = A-34.35 {1.352}
4. Verify that the clearance between the ABS sensor rotor and the ABS wheel-speed sensor is as indicated below.
If there is any malfunction, replace it.
0.3—1.4 mm {0.02—0.05 in}
Sensor Output Value Inspection
1. Switch the ignition to off.
2. Connect the M-MDS to the DLC-2.
3. Select the following PIDs using the M-MDS:
WSPD_SEN_LR (LR ABS wheel-speed sensor)
WSPD_SEN_RR (RR ABS wheel-speed sensor)
4. Start the engine and drive the vehicle.
5. Verify that the display of the M-MDS shows the same value as the speedometer.
If there is any malfunction, replace the ABS wheel-speed sensor.
Rear ABS Wheel Speed Sensor Inspection [2 Wd]
Rear ABS Wheel Speed Sensor Removal/InstallationDrive Belt Inspection
Generator Drive Belt
NOTE:
The generator drive belt deflection/tension inspection is not necessary with
the adoption of the drive belt auto tensioner.
1. Verify that the indicator part of the cast hexagon on the drive belt auto
tensioner is within the normal range.
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Towing Description
We recommend that towing be done only by an Authorized Mazda Dealer or a commercial
tow-truck service.
Proper lifting and towing are necessary to prevent damage to the vehicle.
Particularly when towing a AWD vehicle, where all the wheels are connected to
the drive train, proper transporting of ...
Power Steering
Power Steering
• Power steering is only operable when the
engine is running. If the engine is off or if the power steering system is inoperable,
you can still steer, but it requires more physical effort.
If the steering feels stiffer than usual during normal driving or the steering
vibrate ...