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Steering Angle Adjustment

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2017 Mazda CX-9. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Loosen the tie-rod end locknuts.
  2. Remove the steering gear boot clamp.
  3. Turn the tie rods.
    Fig 1: Screw End Standard Length
    G11409325Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

    Standard length L

    8.9-21.9 mm {0.36-0.86 in}

  4. Turn the tie rods equally to provide the correct maximum steering angle.
  5. Tighten the tie-rod end locknuts.

    Tightening torque

    69-98 N.m {7.1-9.9 kgf.m, 51-72 ft.lbf}

  6. Verify that the boot is not twisted, and install the boot clamp.
  7. Adjust the toe-in after adjusting the steering angle.