Mazda CX-5 Service & Repair Manual: Steering Shaft Inspection
1. Inspect the steering column for excessive play and damage.
2. Verify that the clearance between the projection on the steering column shown in the figure and the bracket is less than 2.0 mm {0.079 in}
.
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If the clearance between the projection and bracket is 2.0 mm {0.079 in} or more
, replace the steering column component.
NOTE:
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If the clearance between the projection and bracket is 2.0 mm {0.079 in} or more
, the impact absorbing mechanism of the steering column will operate, therefore it is necessary to replace the steering column component.
3. Inspect the tilt/telescope mechanism operation for the following:
a. The adjusting lever moves smoothly from the lock to the unlock position.
b. The steering shaft is fixed firmly when the adjusting lever is locked.
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If there is any malfunction, replace the steering column.
Steering Column And Shaft
Purpose/Function
The steering input force, generated when the driver operates the steering
wheel, is transmitted to the steering gear.
Construction
The steering column and shaft ...
Steering Wheel And Column Inspection
Play inspection
1. With the wheels in the straight-ahead position, start the engine.
2. Turn the steering wheel to the left and right gently, then verify that the
steering wheel play is within th ...
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Side Sill Panel Removal [Panel Replacement]
Symbol Mark
Removal Procedure
Side sill (front side)
1. Rough cut the 2 locations indicated by (A) shown in the figure.
2. Drill the 18 locations indicated by (B) shown in the figure.
3. Remove the cabin side outer frame (outer side sill).
Side sill (component)
1. Rough cut the 3 l ...
Blind Spot Monitoring (Bsm) Bracket Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the following parts:
a. Rear combination lights.
b. Rear bumper.
c. BSM control module.
3. Remove the nuts.
4. While pressing the clip tabs in the direction of the arrows (1) shown in the
figure, press the clip in the direction o ...
Oil Pressure Switch [Fw6 A EL, Fw6 Ax EL]
Purpose/Function
The oil pressure switch detects the engagement pressures of the low clutch,
2-6 brake, R-3-5 brake, and the high clutch.
The oil pressure switch signal is used for automatic shift control, manual
shift control, TCC control, line pressure control, direct electric ...
