Mazda CX-5 Service & Repair Manual: Steering Gear And Linkage Disassembly
CAUTION:
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To prevent damage to the steering gear, secure it to the vise using a copper plate or clean cloth.
1. Disassemble in the order indicated in the figure.
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1 |
Dust cover |
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2 |
O-ring |
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3 |
Tie-rod end (See Tie-rod End Disassembly Note.) |
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4 |
Locknut |
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5 |
Boot clamp |
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6 |
Boot band (See Boot Band Disassembly Note .) |
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7 |
Boot |
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8 |
Tie rod (See Tie Rod Disassembly Note.) |
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9 |
Mounting rubber (See Mounting Rubber Disassembly Note.) |
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10 |
Steering gear |
Tie-rod End Disassembly Note
1. Place alignment marks as shown in the figure for proper installation.
2. Remove the tie-rod end.
Boot Band Disassembly Note
1. Insert a flathead screwdriver into the boot band as shown in the figure, then press the caulked area outward to remove the boot band.
Tie Rod Disassembly Note
1. Lock the steering rack end (pinion gear side) against rotation with a wrench and remove the tie rod using the suitable wrench.
Mounting Rubber Disassembly Note
1. Remove the mounting rubber from the gear housing using the SSTs
and a press.
Steering Gear And Linkage Assembly
CAUTION:
To prevent damage to the steering gear, secure it to the vise using a copper
plate or clean cloth.
1. Assemble in the order shown in the figure.
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Steering Gear And Linkage Inspection
1. Remove the steering gear and linkage..
2. Remove the tie-rod end and boot..
3. Measure the rotation torque of the pinion shaft using a crescent wrench and
pull scale. (speed measurement refer ...
Other materials:
Intermediate Shaft Removal/Installation
WARNING:
The steering column (EPS motor) temperature increases directly after continuous
turning of the steering mechanism which could cause burns if it is touched.
Before performing any servicing, verify that the steering column has cooled
off.
1. Rotate the steering wheel un ...
Steering Angle Sensor
Purpose, Function
The steering angle sensor outputs the steering angle and steering angle reference
point during the period which the EPS control module performs initial learning
(approx. 1 min period).
Construction
The steering angle sensor is installed to the clock spring ...
Door Module Panel
Purpose, Function
Styrofoam door module panels have been adopted for reducing vehicle weight.
Construction
Styrofoam is applied to the door module panels (shaded areas) during manufacture.
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