Mazda CX-5 Service & Repair Manual: Front Shock Absorber Inspection
1. Remove the front shock absorber..
2. Inspect for damage and oil leakage.
3. Compress and extend the shock absorber piston rod at least three times
at a steady rate. From the fourth
compression stroke, verify that the operational force does not change and that there is no unusual noise.
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If there is any malfunction, replace the front shock absorber.
Front Shock Absorber Disposal
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 ...
Front Stabilizer Control Link Inspection
1. Remove the front stabilizer control link..
2. Inspect for bending or damage. If there is any malfunction, replace the front
stabilizer control link.
3. Rotate the front stabilizer control lin ...
Other materials:
Windshield Wipers and Washer
The ignition must be switched ON.
WARNING
Use only windshield washer fluid or plain water in the reservoir:
Using radiator antifreeze as washer fluid is dangerous. If sprayed on the windshield,
it will dirty the windshield, affect your visibility, and could result in an accident.
Only use wind ...
Fuel Draining Procedure
WARNING:
Fuel line spills and leakage from the pressurized fuel system are dangerous.
Fuel can ignite and cause serious injury or death and damage. To prevent this,
complete the following inspection with the engine stopped.
Fuel is very flammable liquid. If fuel spills or leaks ...
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}.
If the clearance between the projection and bracket is 2.0 mm {0.079 in}
or ...
