Suspension: Service and Repair

GENERAL PROCEDURES (SUSPENSION)

Wheel and Tire Installation

1. When installing the wheels and tires, tighten the wheel nuts in a criss-cross pattern to the following tightening torque.






Tightening torque
- 88-118 Nm {9.0-12.0 kgf-m, 65-87 ft-lbf}

Suspension Links Removal/Installation

NOTE:
- To prevent the bushings from being twisted or pinched, perform the procedures with no passengers or luggage aboard the vehicle.

1. For the joint sections with rubber bushings, raise the vehicle using a lift, and then temporarily tighten the installation bolts and nuts. Lower the vehicle to the ground and tighten them completely with the specified torque.

Connector Disconnection

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable before performing any work that requires handling of connectors. Removal and Replacement

Brake Lines Disconnection

1. If any brake line has been disconnection during the procedures, add brake fluid, bleed the brake, and inspect for leakage after the procedure has been completed.

CAUTION:
- Brake fluid will damage painted surfaces. Be careful not to spill any on painted surfaces. If it is spilled, wipe it off immediately.

EHPAS Related Parts

WARNING:
- If the configuration procedure is not completed, the EHPAS will not operate properly and it might cause an unexpected accident. Therefore, when replacing or removing the electric power steering oil pump, make sure to perform the configuration procedure to ensure the proper EHPAS operation.

1. Make sure that there are no DTCs in the EHPAS memory after working on EHPAS related parts. If there are any codes in the memory, clear them.

2. When replacing or removing the electric power steering oil pump, perform the configuration procedures. Programming and Relearning

Power Steering Related Parts

1. If any power steering fluid line has been disconnected, perform the following after installation of the power steering components. Service and Repair Testing and Inspection

- Power steering fluid amount inspection
- Power steering fluid leakage inspection
- Air bleeding

Power steering fluid
- Mazda Genuine ATF M-III or equivalent (e.g. Dexron(R)II)