Removal (626 & RX7)
- Disconnect negative battery cable. Remove steering wheel and switches. See Mazda under STEERING WHEEL & COLUMN SWITCHES in this Section. Remove bolts holding column to dash. Tape holes to retain lubricant. Remove air duct.
- Raise and support front of vehicle. Disconnect pitman arm and center link. Remove nuts and bolts retaining steering gear housing to body. Remove under cover, engine mount and stabilizer bar (626 only). Remove hood (RX7 only). Remove steering gear assembly from vehicle.