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Side Bearing Assembly Note

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Mazda RX-8. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
  • When assembling the side bearings, do not mix the left and right side bearings that were identified during disassembly.
  1. Press the side bearing in using the SST  and a press.
    Fig 1: Pressing In Side Bearing
    G01345103Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.