Mazda CX-5 Service & Repair Manual: Steering Shaft Inspection
1. Inspect the steering column for excessive play and damage.
2. Verify that the clearance between the projection on the steering column shown in the figure and the bracket is less than 2.0 mm {0.079 in}
.
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If the clearance between the projection and bracket is 2.0 mm {0.079 in} or more
, replace the steering column component.
NOTE:
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If the clearance between the projection and bracket is 2.0 mm {0.079 in} or more
, the impact absorbing mechanism of the steering column will operate, therefore it is necessary to replace the steering column component.
3. Inspect the tilt/telescope mechanism operation for the following:
a. The adjusting lever moves smoothly from the lock to the unlock position.
b. The steering shaft is fixed firmly when the adjusting lever is locked.
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If there is any malfunction, replace the steering column.
Pressure Control Valve [Skyactiv G 2.0]
U.S.A. And CANADA
Purpose, function
Prevents fuel tank damage by suppressing the vacuum applied to the fuel tank
while the purge solenoid valve is open.
Suppresses the vacuum applie ...
Tie Rod End Inspection
1. Inspect the tie-rod end for damage and the boot for cracks.
If there is any malfunction, replace the tie-rod end.
2. Inspect for excessive play.
If there is any malfunction, ...
Other materials:
Air Bag System Warning Light [Standard Deployment Control System]
Purpose
The air bag system warning light notifies the driver of a malfunction in
the SRS air bag system.
Function
If a malfunction occurs in the SRS air bag system, the air bag system warning
light illuminates or flashes.
Construction
LEDs (light-emitting d ...
Shift Panel Removal/Installation
ATX
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Selector lever to neutral position.
3. Remove the front console box..
4. Take the shaded area shown in the figure, and remove the shift panel in the
direction of the arrow in the order of (1), (2) while detaching clips A, hook B.
5. D ...
Event Data Recorder
Event Data Recorder
This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (EDR). The main purpose
of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as
an air bag deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data that will assist in understanding
how a vehicle's systems ...
