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Front Lower Arm Inner Side Bolt (Front) Installation Note [L5]

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  1. Support the crossmember component with a jack.
  2. Lower the jack gradually and tilt the crossmember towards the front.
  3. Install the front lower arm inner side bolt (front).
  4. Install the nuts at the front of the crossmember.

    Tightening torque 

    120-154 N.m {13-15 kgf.m, 89-113 ft.lbf} 

    Fig 1: Supporting Crossmember Component With Jack
    G06199928Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  5. Install the crossmember bracket bolts A, and tighten the crossmember nut B.

    Tightening torque 

    Bolts A: 94-116 N.m {9.6-11 kgf.m, 70-85 ft.lbf} 

    Nut B: 120-154 N.m {13-15 kgf.m, 89-113 ft.lbf} 

  6. Connect the steering pipe to the front crossmember.

    Tightening torque 

    8-10 N.m {82-101 kgf.cm, 71-88 in.lbf} 

    Fig 2: Locating Crossmember Bracket Bolts A And Crossmember Nut B
    G06199926Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  7. Install the radiator hose bracket to the front crossmember.
    Fig 3: Radiator Hose Bracket Bolt With Torque Specifications
    G06199930Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.