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Front CROSSMEMBER Removal/Installation: Notes

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CAUTION:
  • Performing the following procedures without first removing the front ABS wheel-speed sensor may possibly cause an open circuit in the harness if it is pulled by mistake. Before performing the following procedures, disconnect the front ABS wheel-speed sensor (axle side) and fix it to an appropriate place where the sensor will not be pulled by mistake while servicing the vehicle.
  • Secure the steering wheel using tape or a cable to prevent the steering shaft from rotating after disconnecting the steering shaft. If the steering wheel rotates after the steering shaft and the steering gear and linkage are disconnected, the internal parts of the clock spring could be damaged.
  1. Remove the joint cover. (See STEERING WHEEL AND COLUMN REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  2. Disconnect the intermediate shaft from the steering gear and linkage. (See STEERING WHEEL AND COLUMN REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  3. Disconnect the front ABS wheel-speed sensor wiring harness installed to the steering knuckle and set it aside. (See FRONT ABS WHEEL-SPEED SENSOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  4. Remove the front under cover No. 2. (See FRONT UNDER COVER NO. 2 REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  5. Remove the front under cover No. 1. (See FRONT UNDER COVER NO. 1 REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  6. Remove the splash shield. (See SPLASH SHIELD REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
    Fig 1: Front ABS Wheel-Speed Sensor Wiring Harness With Torque Specifications
    G09074675Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  7. Set the front mudguard away from the front crossmember and front bumper. (See MUDGUARD REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
    Fig 2: Identifying Front Mudguard
    G09785618Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  8. Disconnect the front crossmember extension.
    Fig 3: Front Crossmember Extension Mounting Bolts With Torque Specifications
    G09074688Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  9. Disconnect the front stabilizer control link (front stabilizer side). (See FRONT STABILIZER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
    Fig 4: Disconnecting Front Stabilizer Control Link With Torque Specifications
    G09074689Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  10. Remove the front crossmember insulator.
    Fig 5: Front Crossmember Insulator Mounting Bolts With Torque Specifications
    G09074690Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  11. Disconnect the hanger rubber from the front crossmember and set it aside.
    Fig 6: Identifying Hanger Rubber
    G09785622Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  12. Remove the bracket plate (No. 1).
  13. Remove the tie-rod end locknut.

    Tightening torque 

    47-59 N.m {4.8-6.0 kgf.m, 35-43 ft.lbf} 

    Fig 7: Identifying Bracket Plate No. 1 And Mounting Bolt
    G09785623Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  14. Detach the tie-rod end from the steering knuckle using the SST  .
    Fig 8: Detaching Tie-Rod End From Steering Knuckle Using SST
    G09074695Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  15. Disconnect the front lower arm ball joint.
  16. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
  17. Install in the reverse order of removal.
  18. Inspect the wheel alignment and adjust it if necessary. (See FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT .)
    Fig 9: Tie Rod End And Mounting Bolt With Torque Specifications
    G09074696Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
    Fig 10: Exploded View Of Front Suspension With Torque Specifications
    G09785626Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
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