Mazda CX-5 Service & Repair Manual: Rear Drive Shaft Inspection
1. Inspect each connecting part for looseness.
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Tighten or replace parts if necessary.
2. Inspect the dust boot on the drive shaft for cracks, damage, leaking grease, and looseness in the boot band.
3. Inspect the drive shaft for bends, cracks, and wear in the joints or splines.
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Repair or replace the drive shaft or boot band if necessary.
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 ...
Rear Drive Shaft Removal/Installation
CAUTION:
Performing the following procedures without first removing the ABS wheel?speed
sensor may possibly cause an open circuit in the harness if it is pulled by
mistake. Before perf ...
Other materials:
Intake Air System Removal/Installation
WARNING:
A hot engine and intake air system can cause severe burns. Turn off the engine
and wait until they are cool before removing the intake air system.
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
3. Install in the reverse order o ...
Traction Control System (TCS)
The Traction Control System (TCS) enhances traction and safety by controlling
engine torque and braking.
When the TCS detects driving wheel slippage, it lowers engine torque and operates
the brakes to prevent loss of traction.
This means that on a slick surface, the engine adjusts automaticall ...
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Precautions
The front and side supplemental restraint systems (SRS) include up to 6 air bags.
Please verify which kinds of air bags are equipped on your vehicle by locating the
“SRS AIRBAG” location indicators. These indicators are visible in the area where
the air bags are installed.
The air bags ar ...
