1. Inspect for bending and damage.
If there is any malfunction, replace the tie rod.
2. Inspect for excessive play.
If there is any malfunction, replace the tie rod.
3. Swing the tie rod five times.
4. Measure the swing torque of the tie rod using a pull scale.

If not within the specification, replace the tie rod.
0.4—4.0 N·m {4.1—40 kgf·cm, 3.6—35 in·lbf} [Pull scale reading: 8—80 N {0.9—8.1 kgf, 2—17 lbf}]
Tie Rod End Replacement
Torque SensorSae Standards
In accordance with new regulations, SAE (Society of Automotive Engineers)
standard names and abbreviations are now used in this manual. The table below
lists the names and abbreviations that have been used in Mazda manuals up to
now and their SAE equivalents.
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