Wheel Bearing: Inspection

Wash all parts in clean solvent. Check for wear or heat damage to bearings and races. Check for deformed grease cap. Check for rust, cracks or damage to knuckle spindle. Check for wear or rust at contact surface of spindle oil seal. Replace parts as necessary. Always replace bearings and races as a set.

Fig 1: Exploded View of Rear Suspension & Strut Assembly 323 is shown; Courtesy of Mazda Motors Corp.