Mazda CX-5 Service & Repair Manual: Tie Rod End Inspection
1. Inspect the tie-rod end for damage and the boot for cracks.
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If there is any malfunction, replace the tie-rod end.
2. Inspect for excessive play.
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If there is any malfunction, replace the tie-rod end.
3. Rotate the tie-rod end five times.
4. Install two nuts to the ball joint and measure the tie-rod end rotational torque using a torque wrench.
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If not within the specification, replace the tie-rod end.
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Tie-rod end rotational torque
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0.5—2.1 N·m {5.1—21 kgf·cm, 4.5—18 in·lbf}
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. ...
Tie Rod End Replacement
1. Remove the snap pin.
2. Loosen the tie-rod end locknut.
3. Detach the tie-rod end from the steering knuckle using the SST.
4. Remove the tie-rod end locknut.
5. Place alignment mark ...
Other materials:
Main Fuse Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Insert a tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver into the service hole in the position
shown in the figure.
3. Move the flathead screwdriver in the direction of the arrow (1) shown in the
figure, pull up the main fuse cover in the direction of the ...
Oil Seal (Differential) Replacement [Fw6 A EL, Fw6 Ax EL]
Transaxle Case Side
1. Remove the front under cover No.2..
2. Drain the ATF..
3. Disconnect the drive shaft (LH) from the transaxle..
CAUTION:
The oil seal is easily damaged by the sharp edges of the drive shaft splines.
Do not let the splines contact the oil seal.
4. Remove ...
Washer Fluid
InspectingWasher Fluid Level
WARNING
Use only windshield washer fluid or plain water in the reservoir:
Using radiator antifreeze as washer fluid is dangerous. If sprayed on the windshield,
it will dirty the windshield, affect your visibility, and could result in an accident.
Using Washer Fluid ...
