Rear Axle: Overview Mazda 3 BM

Identifying Rear Wheel Hub And Bolt. Scheme 20

Scheme 21

1. Remove the brake caliper component and disc plate. (See «WHEEL HUB COMPONENT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-579465-S07255424382013100700000).)
2. Install the magnetic base and dial gauge as shown in the figure and measure the wheel bearing axial excessive play. (Scheme 21): Measuring Wheel Bearing Play If it exceeds the maximum specification, replace the wheel hub component. Maximum rear wheel bearing play 0.05 mm {0.002 in}