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Front CROSSMEMBER Removal/Installation: Notes

  1. Remove the under cover.
  2. Remove the splash shield.
  3. Remove the transverse member.

    (See TRANSVERSE MEMBER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).

  4. Remove the steering gear and linkage, and pipe component installation bolts from the front crossmember, then suspend the steering gear and linkage with a cable.

    Tightening torque 

    • Steering gear and linkage: 74.4-104.8 N.m {7.857-10.68 kgf.m, 54.88-77.29 ft.lbf} 
    • Pipe component: 7.8-10.8 N.m {79.6-110.0 kgf.cm, 69.1-95.5 in.lbf} 
  5. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
  6. Install in the reverse order of removal.
  7. Inspect the front wheel alignment. (See FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT ).
    Fig 1: Front Crossmember & Torque Specification
    G04325473Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.