Mazda CX-5 Service & Repair Manual: Tie Rod End Inspection
1. Inspect the tie-rod end for damage and the boot for cracks.
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If there is any malfunction, replace the tie-rod end.
2. Inspect for excessive play.
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If there is any malfunction, replace the tie-rod end.
3. Rotate the tie-rod end five times.
4. Install two nuts to the ball joint and measure the tie-rod end rotational torque using a torque wrench.
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If not within the specification, replace the tie-rod end.
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Tie-rod end rotational torque
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0.5—2.1 N·m {5.1—21 kgf·cm, 4.5—18 in·lbf}
Steering Shaft Inspection
1. Inspect the steering column for excessive play and damage.
2. Verify that the clearance between the projection on the steering column shown
in the figure and the bracket is less than 2.0 mm {0. ...
Tie Rod End Replacement
1. Remove the snap pin.
2. Loosen the tie-rod end locknut.
3. Detach the tie-rod end from the steering knuckle using the SST.
4. Remove the tie-rod end locknut.
5. Place alignment mark ...
Other materials:
Side Air Bag Module [Standard Deployment Control System]
Purpose
When a side air bag module receives an impact from a lateral collision, the
operation (deployment) of the air bag mediates the impact to the chest, stomach,
and waist of the driver and front passenger.
Function
When a side air bag module receives an impact from a la ...
Electric Power Steering (Eps) Control Module
Purpose/ Function
The EPS control module (CM) calculates the optimum assist current based on
the steering torque signal from the torque sensor installed to the steering
column and the vehicle speed signal sent via CAN transmission from the PCM.
The EPS CM controls the following ...
Clock Spring Removal/Installation [Standard Deployment Control System]
CAUTION:
If the disc on the combination switch is deformed or has foreign material
adhering to it, performance of the steering angle sensor may be reduced, causing
abnormal operation. When handling the clock spring, be careful not to deform
the disc and make sure there is no foreign ...
