WARNING:
Whenever drilling into a front shock absorber, wear protective eye wear. The gas in the front shock absorber is pressurized, and could spray metal chips into the eyes and face when drilling.
1. Place the shock absorber on a level surface or with the piston pointing downwards.
2. Drill a 2—3 mm {0.08—0.11 in}
hole at point A shown in the figure so the gas can escape.

Point A: 340 mm {13.4 in}
3. Drill a 2—3 mm {0.08—0.11 in}
hole at the point B shown in the figure to drain the oil.
Point B: 145 mm {5.71 in}
4. Turn the hole made in Step 3 downwards and drain the oil by pumping the piston rod up and down several times.
5. Cut off the bottom end of the front shock absorber.
6. Dispose of waste oil according to local waste disposal laws.
Front Shock Absorber And Coil Spring Removal/Installation
Front Shock Absorber InspectionFuel Gauge Sender Unit Removal/Installation [2 Wd]
WARNING:
Always keep sparks and flames away from fuel when servicing the fuel system.
Fuel can be easily ignited which could cause serious injury or death, and damage
to equipment.
Fuel line spills and leakage from the pressurized fuel system are dangerous.
Fuel can ignite a ...
Owner Maintenance Precautions
The owner or a qualified service technician should make these vehicle inspections
at the indicated intervals to ensure safe and dependable operation.
Bring any problem to the attention of an Authorized Mazda Dealer or qualified
service technician as soon as possible.
When Refueling
• Brake ...
Front Under Cover No.1 Removal/Installation
1. Remove bolts A.
2. Remove screws B.
3. Remove fasteners C.
4. Remove the front under cover No.1 in the direction of the arrow in the order
of (1), (2) shown in the figure while detaching the guide D.
5. Install in the reverse order of removal. ...