Mazda CX-5 Owners Manual: Steering Wheel
Steering Wheel
WARNING
Never adjust the steering wheel while the vehicle is moving: Adjusting the steering wheel while the vehicle is moving is dangerous.
Moving it can very easily cause the driver to abruptly turn to the left or right. This can lead to loss of control or an accident.
Steering Wheel Adjustment
To change the angle or length of the steering wheel: 1. Stop the vehicle, and then pull down the lock release lever under the steering column.
2. Tilt the steering wheel and/or adjust the steering column length to the desired positions, and then push the lever up to lock the column.
3. Attempt to push the steering wheel up and down to make sure it's locked before driving.
Fuel-Filler Lid and Cap
WARNING
When removing the fuel-filler cap, loosen the cap slightly and wait for any hissing
to stop. Then remove it:
Fuel spray is dangerous. Fuel can burn skin and eyes and cause illness if inges ...
Mirrors
Mirrors
Before driving, adjust the inside and outside mirrors.
Outside Mirrors
WARNING
Be sure to look over your shoulder before changing lanes: Changing lanes without
taking into account the ac ...
Other materials:
Liftgate Latch And Lock Actuator Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the following parts:
a. Liftgate upper trim.
b. Liftgate side trim.
c. Liftgate lower trim.
3. Disconnect the connector.
4. Remove the bolts.
5. Remove the liftgate latch and lock actuator from the liftgate.
6. Install in t ...
Rear Drive Shaft Inspection
1. Inspect each connecting part for looseness.
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. ...
Differential Oil Temperature Sensor
Purpose, Function
The differential oil temperature sensor detects the rear differential oil
temperature based on the resistance of the thermistor, and inputs it to the
AWD CM.
Construction
The differential oil temperature sensor is installed in the rear differential
carr ...
