Mazda CX-5 Service & Repair Manual: 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
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4. Remove the tie-rod end locknut.
5. Place alignment marks as shown in the figure for proper installation.
6. Remove the tie-rod end.
7. Align the alignment marks made before removing the tie-rod end, and then install a new tie-rod end to the tie rod.
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If there are no alignment marks, go to the following procedure.
8. Adjust dimension A shown in the figure to the standard, and assemble.
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Standard Dimension A
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10.1—23.1 mm {0.398—0.909 in}
9. Install the tie-rod end to the steering knuckle.
10. Install a new snap pin.
11. After installation, inspect the front wheel alignment and adjust it if necessary..
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, ...
Tie Rod Inspection
1. Inspect for bending and damage.
If there is any malfunction, replace the tie rod.
2. Inspect for excessive play.
If there is any malfunction, replace the tie rod.
3. Swi ...
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Shift Position Indicator Light [Fw6 A EL, Fw6 Ax EL]
Purpose/Function
The shift position indicator light indicates the selector lever position.
Construction
The shift position indicator light is built into the instrument cluster.
Operation
The TCM sends a shift position indicator light illumination request signal ...
Engine Coolant Protection Inspection
1. Measure the engine coolant temperature and specific gravity using a thermometer
and a hydrometer.
CAUTION:
Use engine coolant at a concentration that meets the environmental conditions
in which the vehicle is driven, otherwise engine damage could occur.
The engine has alumi ...
Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Removal/Installation
CAUTION:
When foreign material such as an iron chip is on the CKP sensor, it can cause
abnormal output from the sensor because of flux turbulence and adversely affect
the engine control. Be sure there is no foreign material on the CKP sensor when
replacing.
Do not assemble t ...
