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Steering Gear And Linkage Removal/Installation: Notes

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CAUTION:
  • Performing the following procedures without first removing the ABS wheel-speed sensor may possibly cause an open circuit in the harness if it is pulled by mistake. Before performing the following procedures, remove the 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.
  1. Remove the ABS wheel-speed sensor. (See FRONT ABS WHEEL-SPEED SENSOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  2. Remove the front stabilizer. (See FRONT STABILIZER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  3. Remove in the order indicated in Fig 1.
  4. Install in the reverse order of removal.
  5. After installation, adjust the total toe-in. (See FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT .)
    Fig 1: View Of Steering Gear And Linkage Components With Torque Specifications
    G04318779Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.