Mazda CX-5 Service & Repair Manual: Rear Drive Shaft
Purpose, Function
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Engine noise and vibration have been reduced due to adoption of a bell joint on the wheel side of the constant velocity joint.
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A low noise and vibration double offset joint with low slide resistance has been adopted for the differential side of the constant velocity joint. Due to this booming resonance at high speed is reduced.
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An extremely durable plastic has been adopted for the wheel side boot.
Structural View
Rear Coil Spring Removal/Installation
WARNING:
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 dam ...
Rear Drive Shaft Disassembly/Assembly
1. Disassemble in the order indicated in the table.
2. Assemble in the reverse order of disassembly.
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Boot band (differential side)
(See Boot Band (Differential Sid ...
Other materials:
Hood
WARNING
Always check that the hood is closed and securely locked:
A hood that is not closed and securely locked is dangerous as it could fly open
while the vehicle is moving and block the driver's vision which could result in
a serious accident.
Opening the Hood
1. With the vehicle parke ...
Ignition Switch
Push Button Start Positions
The system operates only when the driver is in the vehicle or within operational
range while the key is being carried.
Each time the push button start is pressed, the ignition switches in the order
of off, ACC, and ON. Pressing the push button start again from ON sw ...
Starter Interlock Switch [Skyactiv G 2.0]
Purpose, Function
The starter interlock switch mechanism prevents vehicle surge when the engine
is started, enhancing safety. The engine cannot be started unless the clutch
is depressed.
Construction
The mechanism is provided with a starter interlock switch on the circuit
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