Steering Gear And Linkage Disassembly: Notes
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2016 Mazda CX-5. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
CAUTION:
- To prevent damage to the steering gear, secure it to the vise using a copper plate or clean cloth.
- Disassemble in the order indicated in the figure.
COMPONENT DESCRIPTION
| 1 | Dust cover |
| 2 | O-ring |
| 3 | Tie-rod end |
| 4 | Locknut |
| 5 | Boot clamp |
| 6 | Boot band |
| 7 | Boot |
| 8 | Tie rod (See Tie Rod Disassembly Note .) |
| 9 | Mounting rubber (See Mounting Rubber Disassembly Note .) |
| 10 | Steering gear |