Mazda CX-5 Service & Repair Manual: Rear Coil Spring Removal/Installation
WARNING:
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Be careful not to allow the coil spring to fly off when removing/installing the coil spring. Otherwise, the coil spring could fly off and cause serious injury or death, or damage to the vehicle.
1. When working on the left side of the vehicle, disconnect the auto leveling sensor link..
2. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
3. Install in the reverse order of removal.
4. Inspect the wheel alignment and adjust it if necessary..
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1 |
Rear stabilizer control link lower side nut |
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2 |
Rear lower arm outer bolt (See Rear Coil Spring Removal Note.) |
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3 |
Upper spring seat rubber |
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4 |
Rear coil spring (See Rear Coil Spring Installation Note.) |
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5 |
Lower spring seat rubber |
Rear Coil Spring Removal Note
1. Support the rear lower arm using a jack.
2. Remove the rear lower arm outer bolt.
3. Remove the rear coil spring.
Rear Coil Spring Installation Note
1. Position the jack under the rear lower arm and jack up slowly.
2. Install the rear coil spring so that the light green paint is pointed upward of the vehicle.
3. Align the upper end of the rear coil spring with the step of the upper spring seat rubber.
4. Align the lower end of the rear coil spring with the step of the lower spring seat rubber.
5. Install the rear lower arm outer bolt.
Rear 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 bee ...
Rear Drive Shaft
Purpose, Function
Engine noise and vibration have been reduced due to adoption of a bell joint
on the wheel side of the constant velocity joint.
A low noise and vibration double of ...
Other materials:
Seat Warmer System
Purpose
The seat warmer system warms the front seat cushion and front seat back using
the seat warmer unit.
Function
The seat warmer unit warms the seat cushion and seat back by supplying power
to the built-in filaments.
The seat warmer unit can adjust the tempe ...
When Warning/Indicator Lights Illuminate/Flash
If the brake system warning light illuminates
If the light stays on after the parking brake is fully released there may be
a problem with the brakes.
Drive to the side of the road and park off the right-of-way.
You may notice that the pedal is harder to depress or that it may go closer to
t ...
Filament Repair
1. Clean the filament using isopropyl alcohol.
2. Attach tape to both sides of the filament.
3. Using a small brush or marking pen, apply silver paint.
4. After 2—3 min, carefully remove the tape without damaging the applied
area.
CAUTION:
Do not operate the rear window defro ...
