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Steering Gear And Linkage Removal/Installation

CAUTION:
  • Performing the following procedures without first removing the ABS wheel-speed sensor may possibly cause an open circuit in the wiring harness if it is pulled by mistake. Before performing the following procedures, disconnect the ABS wheel-speed sensor connector (axle side) and fix the wiring harness to the appropriate place where it will not be pulled by mistake while servicing the vehicle.
  1. Remove the front crossmember, lower arm, front stabilizer, and steering gear and linkage as a single unit. (See FRONT CROSSMEMBER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  2. Remove in the order indicated in the figure.
  3. Install in the reverse order of removal.
  4. Fig 1: Steering Gear & Linkage Removal/Installation & Tightening Specifications
    G03636645Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  5. After installation, inspect the front wheel alignment and adjust it if necessary. (See FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT .)