Mazda CX-5 Service & Repair Manual: Front Axle

Mazda CX-5 Service & Repair Manual / Suspension / Front Suspension / Front Axle

Purpose, Function

An angular ball bearing, with a low rotational resistance, has been adopted, improving driveability.
A unit bearing that does not require pre-load setting has been adopted, improving serviceability.

Cross-Sectional View

Front Lower Arm Inspection

1. Remove the front lower arm.. 2. Inspect the front lower arm for bending or damage, and the front lower arm ball joint for excessive looseness. If there is any malfunction, replace the ...

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Rear Wheel Hub Bolt Replacement
1. Remove the brake calliper component and suspend it out of the way using a cable. 2. Remove the disc plate. 3. Remove the wheel hub bolt using the SST as shown in the figure. 4. Place a new wheel hub bolt in the wheel hub. 5. Install the wheel hub by placing a proper sized washer o ...

Sail Garnish Removal/Installation
1. Open the front door. 2. Affix protective tape to the position shown in the figure. 3. Insert a tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver into the shown in the figure and remove the clip A in the direction of arrow (1). 4. Pull the sail garnish in the direction of the arrow (2) and remove it w ...

Exhaust System Removal/Installation
WARNING: A hot engine and exhaust system can cause severe burns. Turn off the engine and wait until they are cool before removing the exhaust system. 2WD 1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.. 2. Remove in the order indicated in the table. 3. Remove the insulator.. 4. Ins ...