Mazda CX-5 Service & Repair Manual: Wheel Hub Component Removal/Installation [Awd]

CAUTION:

• Performing the following procedures without first removing the ABS wheel-speed sensor may possibly cause an open circuit in the wiring harness if it is pulled by mistake. Before performing the following procedures, disconnect the ABS wheel-speed sensor connector (body side) and fix the wiring harness to an appropriate place where it will not be pulled by mistake while servicing the vehicle.

1. When working on the left side of the vehicle, disconnect the auto leveling sensor link. .

2. Remove in the order indicated in the table.

3. Install in the reverse order of removal.

4. Inspect the rear wheel alignment..

Locknut Installation Note

1. After tightening the locknut once at a torque of 390 N·m {40 kgf·m, 288 ft·lbf}

, return it temporarily 180 degrees

, then retighten it to a torque of 236—274 N·m {25—27 kgf·m, 175—202 ft·lbf}

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