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Steering Column Component Removal Note

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CAUTION:
  • Always lock the adjusting lever to prevent damage to the steering column. In addition, do not unlock the adjusting lever until after the steering column installation is completed.
  • If the steering column is removed, remove it according to the procedure to prevent damage to intermediate shaft that could result if the steering column is removed in the incorrect order.
  1. Lock the adjusting lever.
  2. Place alignment marks on the steering gear (pinion) and the intermediate shaft as shown in the figure.
    Fig 1: Identifying Alignment Marks On Steering Gear (Pinion) And Intermediate Shaft
    G10937392Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  3. Remove the bolt, disconnect the intermediate shaft from the steering gear (pinion shaft).
  4. Remove nut A.
    Fig 2: Identifying Intermediate Shaft Nut A
    G10937393Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  5. Loosen nut B.
    Fig 3: Identifying Intermediate Shaft Nut B
    G10937394Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  6. Remove the steering column component by tilting it towards the loosened nut B and sliding it outward.
    Fig 4: Removing Steering Column Component
    G10937395Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
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