Mazda CX-5 Service & Repair Manual: Tie Rod Inspection
1. Inspect for bending and damage.
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If there is any malfunction, replace the tie rod.
2. Inspect for excessive play.
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If there is any malfunction, replace the tie rod.
3. Swing the tie rod five times.
4. Measure the swing torque of the tie rod using a pull scale.
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If not within the specification, replace the tie rod.
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Tie rod swing torque
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0.4—4.0 N·m {4.1—40 kgf·cm, 3.6—35 in·lbf} [Pull scale reading: 8—80 N {0.9—8.1 kgf, 2—17 lbf}]
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 ...
Torque Sensor
Purpose/ Function
The torque sensor detects the steering torque and the steering direction,
and outputs the signal to the Electric Power Steering (EPS) control module (CM).
Constructio ...
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Starter Interlock Switch Removal/Installation [C66 M R]
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Disconnect the starter interlock switch connector.
3. Remove the starter interlock using the following procedure:
a. Detach hook A in the direction of the arrow shown in the figure.
b. Slide the starter interlock switch in the direction of th ...
Headliner
Purpose/Function
The headliner is equipped with a shock absorbing pad for driver's head protection
during a collision.
Construction
The front and rear side of the headliner is equipped with a shock absorbing
pad with a plastic rib-pad structure.
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Washer Fluid Level Sensor
Purpose
The washer fluid-level sensor illuminates the low washer fluid level warning
light when the washer fluid level is lowered.
Function
The washer fluid-level sensor detects the decrease in the washer fluid level.
Construction
The washer fluid-level sensor con ...
