Mazda CX-5 Service & Repair Manual: Front Suspension
Outline
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A strut type front suspension has been adopted.
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The connection area of the front crossmember and body is a 6-point rigid mount type.
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The cross-section on the center member of the front crossmember has been expanded and the longitudinal offset of the front lower arm installation position reduced to realize an optimized framework.
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For the front crossmember, the welded part of the flange has been eliminated (flange-less), the cross-section expanded and the connection rigidity of the welded parts improved to achieve both rigidity and light weight.
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The caster angle and caster trail of the front suspension have been increased.
Structural view
Front Stabilizer Removal/Installation
CAUTION:
Performing the following procedures without first removing the front ABS
wheel-speed sensor may possibly cause an open circuit in the wiring harness
if it is pulled by mistake ...
Front Wheel Hub Bolt Replacement
1. Remove the brake calliper component from the steering knuckle 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 ...
Other materials:
Fuel-Filler Lid and Cap
WARNING
When removing the fuel-filler cap, loosen the cap slightly and wait for any hissing
to stop. Then remove it:
Fuel spray is dangerous. Fuel can burn skin and eyes and cause illness if ingested.
Fuel spray is released when there is pressure in the fuel tank and the fuel-filler
cap is r ...
Drive Belt Auto Tensioner Inspection
WARNING:
A hot engine can cause severe burns. Turn off the engine and wait until it
is cool before servicing.
CAUTION:
If the rubber part of the drive belt auto tensioner is damaged by a screwdriver
or other tool, oil in the hydraulic pressure unit could leak and the tens ...
Up Switch [Fw6 A EL, Fw6 Ax EL]
Purpose/Function
The up switch detects the shift up operation of the selector lever.
The up switch signal is sent to the TCM via CAN and is used for manual shift
control and engine-transaxle integration control.
Construction
The up switch is installed to the selector l ...
