Rear Lower Arm Removal/Installation: Notes

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2014 Mazda 6. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

WARNING:

Be careful not to allow the coil spring to fly off when removing/installing the coil spring. Otherwise, the coil spring could fly off and cause serious injury or death, or damage to the vehicle.

When working on the left side of the vehicle, disconnect the auto leveling sensor link. (With auto leveling sensor) (See AUTO LEVELING SENSOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Remove in the order indicated in the table.
Install in the reverse order of removal.
Inspect the wheel alignment and adjust it if necessary. (See REAR WHEEL ALIGNMENT .)

Fig 1: Auto Leveling Sensor Link And Mounting Bolt With Torque Specifications
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

Fig 2: Exploded View Of Rear Lower Arm With Torque Specifications
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.