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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Child-Restraint System Suitability for Various Seat Positions Table
(Europe and countries conforming to the UNECE 16 regulation)
Provided information in the table shows your child-restraint system
suitability for various
seating position. For installation suitability of other manufacturer
child-restraint system,
carefully consult the manufacturer's instructio
Engine Tune-up
Engine Tune-up Preparation
NOTE:
If the accelerator pedal is depressed continuously for a specified time,
the engine speed
may decrease to the idle speed. This is due to the fuel cut control
operation, which
prevents overheating, and it does not indicate a malfunction.
1. Verify the followi
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