Mazda 2: DriveLine & Axle
Mazda 2 2007-2014 Service Manual / DriveLine & Axle
GENERAL PROCEDURES (FRONT AND REAR AXLES)
Wheel and Tire Installation
1. When installing the wheels and tires, tighten the wheel nuts in a criss-cross pattern to the following tightening torque.
Tightening Torque
- 88-118 N*m {9.0-12 kgf*m, 65-87 ft*lbf}
Connector Disconnection
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable before performing any work that requires handling of connectors. (See BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION).
Suspension Links Removal/Installation
NOTE:
- To prevent the bushings from being twisted or pinched, perform the procedures with no passengers or luggage aboard the vehicle.
1. For the joint sections with rubber bushings, raise the vehicle using a lift and temporarily tighten the installation nuts and bolts, then tighten them to the specified torque with the vehicle placed on the ground.
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Front Axle
FRONT AXLE LOCATION INDEX
Hub bolt
Wheel hub, steering knuckle
WHEEL HUB, STEERING KNUCKLE INSPECTION
Wheel Bearing Play Inspection
1. Position a dial gauge with a magnetic base against the wheel
Rear Axle
REAR AXLE LOCATION INDEX
Rear axle component
REAR AXLE INSPECTION
Wheel Bearing Play Inspection
1. Inspect the wheel bearing play in the same way as the front axle. (See
WHEEL HUB,
STEERING KNUCK
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Rocking the Vehicle
WARNING
Do not spin the wheels at high speed,
and do not allow anyone to stand
behind a wheel when pushing the
vehicle:
When the vehicle is stuck, spinning
the wheels at high speed is dangerous.
The spinning tyre could overheat and
explode. This could cause serious
injuries.
CAUTION
Too
Brake Fluid
BRAKE FLUID INSPECTION
1. Verify that the brake fluid level in the reserve tank is between the MAX
and MIN marks.
If the brake fluid level is below the MIN mark, add brake fluid.
BRAKE FLUID AIR BLEEDING
CAUTION:
Keep the fluid level in the reservoir at 3/4 full or more during the air
blee
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