Front Axle: Overview Mazda CX-7 I

Scheme 1

Scheme 2

Scheme 3

1. Remove the brake calliper component from the steering knuckle and suspend it out of the way using a cable.
2. Remove the disc plate.
3. Tap the dust cover (the part shown in the figure) with a chisel lightly and bend the processing point back to the steering knuckle side.
4. Remove the wheel hub bolt using the SST as shown in the figure.
5. Place a new wheel hub bolt in the wheel hub.
6. Install the wheel hub by placing a proper sized washer on the hub, and tightening the nut as shown in the figure.

Scheme 4

1. Install the magnetic base and dial gauge as shown in the figure and measure the wheel bearing axial excessive play. If it exceeds the maximum specification, replace the wheel hub bearing. Front wheel bearing maximum play 0.05 mm {0.002 in}

See also:
• FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT