Front Stabilizer Bracket Removal Note

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2017 Mazda CX-5. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

If the front stabilizer bracket cannot be removed by hand, remove it using a vise.

Fig 1: Removing Front Stabilizer Bracket Using Vise
Courtesy of MAZDA
CAUTION:
- The front stabilizer bracket may be deformed if it is removed using a vise. When removing the front stabilizer bracket using a vise, secure the front stabilizer bracket flange to the vise as shown in the figure, then remove it.
Remove the front stabilizer bracket.