Mazda CX-5 Service & Repair Manual: Tie Rod End Inspection
1. Inspect the tie-rod end for damage and the boot for cracks.
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If there is any malfunction, replace the tie-rod end.
2. Inspect for excessive play.
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If there is any malfunction, replace the tie-rod end.
3. Rotate the tie-rod end five times.
4. Install two nuts to the ball joint and measure the tie-rod end rotational torque using a torque wrench.
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If not within the specification, replace the tie-rod end.
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Tie-rod end rotational torque
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0.5—2.1 N·m {5.1—21 kgf·cm, 4.5—18 in·lbf}
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. ...
Tie Rod End Replacement
1. Remove the snap pin.
2. Loosen the tie-rod end locknut.
3. Detach the tie-rod end from the steering knuckle using the SST.
4. Remove the tie-rod end locknut.
5. Place alignment mark ...
Other materials:
Hood Latch And Release Lever Removal/Installation
Hood Latch
1. Open the hood.
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
3. Remove the front bumper..
4. Insert a tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver into the position shown in the
figure.
5. Move the tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver in the direction of arrow (1) shown
in the figure t ...
Hood Removal/Installation
WARNING:
Removing the hood without supporting it could cause the hood to fall and
cause serious injury. Always perform the procedure with at least another person
to prevent the hood from falling.
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the following parts:
a. Fro ...
Eps Control Module Inspection
1. Remove the driver-side front scuff plate..
2. Remove the driver-side front side trim..
3. Remove the car-navigation unit (with car-navigation system)..
4. Remove the switch panel..
5. Remove the decoration panel..
6. Remove the shift lever knob (MTX vehicles)..
7. Remove the selector ...
