Steering Gear And Linkage Removal/Installation: Notes

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Mazda Protege5 and 2003 Mazda Protege. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CAUTION:

Performing the following procedures without first removing the ABS wheel-speed sensor may possibly cause an open circuit in the harness if it is pulled by mistake. Before performing the following procedures, remove the ABS wheel-speed sensor (axle side) and fix it to an appropriate place where the sensor will not be pulled by mistake while servicing the vehicle.

Remove in the order indicated in the figure.

Fig 1: Gear And Linkage Replacement Components With Torque Specifications
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Install in the reverse order of removal.
After installation, inspect the toe-in. (See FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT .)