Except for California emission regulation applicable model
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Mazda 3. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Disconnect the ABS wheel-speed sensor wiring harness connector.
- Disengage the brake pipe mount from bracket.
- Remove the rear shock absorber lower bolts. (See REAR SHOCK ABSORBER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- Loosen the rear crossmember component installation bolts (6 locations) and lower the rear crossmember component approx. 70 mm {2.8 in}. (See REAR CROSSMEMBER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- Remove the main silencer.