Rear Shock Absorber Inspection
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2017 Mazda 3. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the wheel and tire. (See WHEEL AND TIRE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- Remove the rear shock absorber. (See REAR SHOCK ABSORBER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- Inspect the rear shock absorber for damage or oil leakage.
- If there is any malfunction, replace the rear shock absorber. (See REAR SHOCK ABSORBER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- Compress and extend the rear shock absorber piston rod at least three times at a steady rate. From the fourth compression stroke, verify that the operational force does not change and that there is no unusual noise.
- If there is any malfunction, replace the rear shock absorber. (See REAR SHOCK ABSORBER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)