Mazda CX-5 Service & Repair Manual: Reduction Gear
Purpose/ Function
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The reduction gear transmits the rotation input from the EPS motor, decreasing the rotation speed and increasing the torque simultaneously.
Construction
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The reduction gear consists of the worm wheel located on the steering column main shaft and the worm shaft connected to the EPS motor, and is integrated with the steering column.
Operation
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The assist torque generated by the EPS motor is transmitted to the worm wheel via the worm shaft drives the steering column main shaft.
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The assist torque from the EPS motor is amplified by the reduction ratio (20.33:1) between the worm shaft and worm wheel, and is transmitted to the steering column main shaft.
Primary Gear [Fw6 A EL, Fw6 Ax EL]
Purpose/Function
The primary gear transmits the drive force converted by the 3-piece planetary
gear to the secondary gear.
Construction
The primary gear is engaged with the fron ...
Secondary Gear [Fw6 A EL, Fw6 Ax EL]
Purpose/Function
The secondary gear transmits the drive force from the primary gear to the
output gear.
Construction
The secondary gear is engaged with the output gear and rotat ...
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Bsm Indicator Light Flashes While Not Under Bsm Indicator Light Flashing Conditions
(No Combination Switch Operation (Turn Signal Switch)) [Blind Spot Monitoring (Bsm)]
Description
BSM indicator light flashes while not under BSM indicator light-flashing
conditions (no combination switch operation (turn signal switch)
The BSM indicator light flashes despite not satisfying the BSM indicator
light flashing ...
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Precautions
The front and side supplemental restraint systems (SRS) include up to 6 air bags.
Please verify which kinds of air bags are equipped on your vehicle by locating the
“SRS AIRBAG” location indicators. These indicators are visible in the area where
the air bags are installed.
The air bags ar ...
Cylinder Head Gasket Replacement
WARNING:
A hot engine can cause severe burns. Turn off the engine and wait until it
is cool before servicing.
Fuel vapor is hazardous. It can very easily ignite, causing serious injury
and damage. Always keep sparks and flames away from fuel.
Fuel line spills and leakag ...
