Mazda CX-5 Service & Repair Manual: Steering Gear And Linkage 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 (axle side) and fix the wiring harness to an appropriate place where it will not be pulled by mistake while servicing the vehicle.
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Secure the steering wheel using tape or a cable to prevent the steering shaft from rotating after disconnecting the steering shaft. If the steering wheel rotates after the steering shaft and the steering gear and linkage are disconnected, the internal parts of the clock spring could be damaged.
1. Remove the joint cover..
2. Disconnect the intermediate shaft from the steering gear and linkage..
3. Disconnect the front ABS wheel-speed sensor wiring harness installed to the steering knuckle and set it aside..
4. Remove the front under cover No.2..
5. Remove the front under cover No.1..
6. Remove the splash shield..
7. Remove the front crossmember component..
8. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
9. Install in the reverse order of removal.
10. After installation, inspect the front wheel alignment..
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Steering gear and linkage installation bolt |
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Steering gear and linkage (See Steering Gear and Linkage Removal Note.) |
Steering Gear and Linkage Removal Note
1. Remove the steering gear and linkage installation bolts, move the steering gear and linkage in the direction and order of the arrows shown in the figure, and then remove it.
Steering Gear And Linkage Inspection
1. Remove the steering gear and linkage..
2. Remove the tie-rod end and boot..
3. Measure the rotation torque of the pinion shaft using a crescent wrench and
pull scale. (speed measurement refer ...
Wheel, Column
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Other materials:
Pressure Sensor [Two Step Deployment Control System]
Purpose
The pressure sensor determines at an earlier stage whether to detonate the
air bag on the side of the vehicle (around front door) receiving an impact.
This is for improved accuracy of the side air bag operation (deployment).
Function
When the vehicle is involved in ...
Rear Mount Camera
Purpose, Function
The rear mount camera shoots the conditions at the rear of the vehicle in
color, and after converting the video signal, it outputs the signal to the audio
unit. (with color LCD)
Construction
The rear mount camera is installed onto the liftgate.
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AWD
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) Operation
• AWD provides excellent drivability
on snow-covered and ice-packed roads, sand and mud, as well as on steep slopes and
other slippery surfaces.
• A system malfunction or operation conditions
are indicated by a warning.
Refer to Warning/Indicator Light ...