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
Propeller Shaft Removal/Installation
CAUTION:
If the constant velocity joint is bent during propeller shaft removal/installation
or transportation after servicing, the constant velocity joint boot may contact
the metallic c ...
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:
A/C Unit Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Discharge the refrigerant..
3. Drain the engine coolant..
CAUTION:
If moisture or foreign material enters the refrigeration cycle, cooling ability
will be lowered and abnormal noise or other malfunction could occur. Always
plug open f ...
Brake
Brake System
Foot Brake
Your Mazda has power-assisted brakes that adjust automatically through normal
use.
Should power-assist fail, you can stop by applying greater force than normal
to the brake pedal. But the distance required to stop will be greater than usual.
WARNING
Do not coast wi ...
Rear Door Garnish Removal/Installation
WARNING:
Using a utility knife with bare hands can cause injury. Always wear gloves
when using a utility knife.
Front
1. Using a tape-wrapped fastener remover, remove clips A in the direction of
arrow (1), (2) shown in the figure.
2. Remove the double-sided adhesive tape in the ...
