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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Engine Oil
NOTE
Changing the engine oil should be done by an expert repairer, we recommend
an
Authorised Mazda Repairer.
Recommended Oil
In order to keep the maintenance interval (page 6-3 ) and to protect the
engine from damage
caused by poor lubrication, it is vitally important to make use of engine
Input/Turbine Speed Sensor
INPUT/TURBINE SPEED SENSOR INSPECTION
CAUTION:
Water or foreign objects entering the connector can cause a poor
connection or
corrosion. Be sure not to drop water or foreign objects on the connector
when
disconnecting it.
On-Vehicle Inspection
1. Disconnect the input/turbine speed sensor co
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