Mazda CX-5 Service & Repair Manual: Reduction Gear
Purpose/ Function
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The reduction gear transmits the rotation input from the EPS motor, decreasing the rotation speed and increasing the torque simultaneously.
Construction
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The reduction gear consists of the worm wheel located on the steering column main shaft and the worm shaft connected to the EPS motor, and is integrated with the steering column.
Operation
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The assist torque generated by the EPS motor is transmitted to the worm wheel via the worm shaft drives the steering column main shaft.
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The assist torque from the EPS motor is amplified by the reduction ratio (20.33:1) between the worm shaft and worm wheel, and is transmitted to the steering column main shaft.
Primary Gear [Fw6 A EL, Fw6 Ax EL]
Purpose/Function
The primary gear transmits the drive force converted by the 3-piece planetary
gear to the secondary gear.
Construction
The primary gear is engaged with the fron ...
Secondary Gear [Fw6 A EL, Fw6 Ax EL]
Purpose/Function
The secondary gear transmits the drive force from the primary gear to the
output gear.
Construction
The secondary gear is engaged with the output gear and rotat ...
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Seat Belt Warning Light
Purpose
The seat belt warning light warns the driver that a seat belt is not fastened.
Function
The instrument cluster flashes/illuminates the seat belt warning light based
on the following CAN signals:
Vehicle speed signal sent from PCM
Driver/passenge ...
Cruise Main Indicator Light (Amber)
Purpose/Function
Illuminates while the cruise control system is in standby mode to inform
the driver that the cruise control system is on standby.
Construction
Built into the instrument cluster.
Operation
Illuminates while the cruise control system is on sta ...
Changing a Flat Tire
NOTE
If the following occurs while driving, it could indicate a flat tire.
• Steering becomes difficult.
• The vehicle begins to vibrate excessively.
• The vehicle pulls in one direction.
If you have a flat tire, drive slowly to a level spot that is well off the road
and out of the way ...
