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Front Suspension: Removal & Installation Mazda MX-5 NB рестайлинг

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FRONT STRUT BAR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

  1. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
  2. Install in the reverse order of removal.

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Scheme 7
Scheme 7

FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER AND COIL SPRING REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

CAUTIONPerforming the following procedures without first removing the ABS wheel-speed sensor may possibly cause an open circuit in the harness if it is pulled by mistake. Before performing the following procedures, remove the ABS wheel-speed sensor (axle side) and fix it to an appropriate place where the sensor will not be pulled by mistake while servicing the vehicle.
  1. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
  2. Install in the reverse order of removal.
  3. Inspect the front wheel alignment. If not as specified, adjust the front wheel alignment. See «WHEEL ALIGNMENT»(ref-194433) .

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Scheme 8

FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER AND COIL SPRING REMOVAL NOTE

  1. Disconnect the lower arm ball joint. See «LOWER ARM BALL JOINT REMOVAL NOTE»(ref-169285-S40851717122004120700000) .
  2. Loosen the lower arm bolts.
  3. Lower the lower arm to remove the shock absorber.

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Scheme 9
Scheme 9
CAUTIONDo not lower the arms excessively, doing so may damage the brake hose.

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Scheme 10: PISTON ROD NUT REMOVAL NOTE
Scheme 10: PISTON ROD NUT REMOVAL NOTE
  1. Loosen the piston rod nut several turns, but do not remove the nut.
  2. Assemble the SSTs.
  3. Secure the shock absorber in the SSTs.
  4. Compress the coil spring using the SSTs and remove the nut.
WARNINGRemoving the piston rod nut is dangerous. The shock absorber and spring could fly off under tremendous pressure and cause serious injury or death. Secure the shock absorber in the SSTs before removing the coil spring nut.

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Scheme 11: BOUND STOPPER INSTALLATION NOTE
Scheme 11: BOUND STOPPER INSTALLATION NOTE
  1. Install the bound stopper to the piston rod as shown.
  2. Verify that the lower end of the bound stopper does not contact the cylinder.

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Scheme 12: COIL SPRING INSTALLATION NOTE
Scheme 12: COIL SPRING INSTALLATION NOTE

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  1. Temporarily install the upper spring seat, upper spring seat rubber and coil spring on the shock absorber as shown.
  2. Mark the upper spring seat, shock absorber and coil spring for proper reassembly.
  3. Align the marks of the upper spring seat and coil spring. Protect the upper spring seat and the coil spring with a piece of cloth, then assemble the SSTs.
  4. Compress the spring using the SSTs.
  5. Install the shock absorber, making sure that the marks on the shock absorber and coil spring are aligned.
  6. Tighten the nut several turns.
  7. Remove the SSTs.
  8. Secure the shock absorber in a vise. CAUTION: Using an air tool will damage the piston rod thread. Do not use an air tool.
  9. Apply an antirust penetrating oil lubricant to the piston rod thread and tighten the lower piston rod nut so that the exposed thread of the piston rod is 0.62-0.69" (15.7-17.7 mm).
  10. Tighten the upper nut to the specified torque. Tightening torque 16-23 N.m (1.6-2.4 kgf.m, 12-17 ft.lbf).

FRONT LOWER ARM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

CAUTIONPerforming the following procedures without first removing the ABS wheel-speed sensor may possibly cause an open circuit in the harness if it is pulled by mistake. Before performing the following procedures, remove the ABS wheel-speed sensor (axle side) and fix it to an appropriate place where the sensor will not be pulled by mistake while servicing the vehicle.
  1. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
  2. Install in the reverse order of removal.
  3. Inspect the front wheel alignment. If not as specified, adjust the front wheel alignment. See «WHEEL ALIGNMENT»(ref-194433) .

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Scheme 15

Lower Arm Ball Joint Removal Note

Separate the ball joint from the knuckle using the SST.

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Scheme 16: Lower Arm Ball Joint Removal Note
Scheme 16: Lower Arm Ball Joint Removal Note

Dust Boot Removal Note

Remove the dust boot using a chisel, being careful not to damage the ball joint and the arm.

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Scheme 17: Dust Boot Removal Note
Scheme 17: Dust Boot Removal Note

Lower Arm Bushing (Front & Rear) Removal Note

Press the lower arm bushing out using the SSTs and a socket as shown.

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Scheme 18: Lower Arm Bushing (Front & Rear) Removal Note
Scheme 18: Lower Arm Bushing (Front & Rear) Removal Note

Lower Arm Bushing (Front & Rear) Installation Note

  1. Apply soapy water to the lower arm bushing.
  2. Press the bushing in using the SST and a socket in the direction of the arrow.

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Scheme 20: Dust Boot Installation Note
Scheme 20: Dust Boot Installation Note
  1. Wipe the grease off the ball joint.
  2. Fill the inside of the new dust boot with grease.
  3. Press the dust boot onto the ball joint using the SST.
  4. Wipe away the excess grease.

FRONT UPPER ARM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

CAUTIONPerforming the following procedures without first removing the ABS wheel-speed sensor may possibly cause an open circuit in the harness if it is pulled by mistake. Before performing the following procedures, remove the ABS wheel-speed sensor (axle side) and fix it to an appropriate place where the sensor will not be pulled by mistake while servicing the vehicle.
  1. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
  2. Install in the reverse order of removal.
  3. Inspect the front wheel alignment. If not as specified, adjust the front wheel alignment. See «WHEEL ALIGNMENT»(ref-194433) .

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Scheme 21

Upper Arm Ball Joint Removal Note

Separate the upper arm ball joint from the knuckle using the SST.

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Scheme 22: Upper Arm Ball Joint Removal Note
Scheme 22: Upper Arm Ball Joint Removal Note

Remove the dust boot using a chisel, being careful not to damage the ball joint and the arm.

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Scheme 23: Dust Boot Removal Note
Scheme 23: Dust Boot Removal Note

Upper Arm Bushing (Front & Rear) Removal Note

Press the upper arm bushing out using the SST and a socket as shown.

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Scheme 24: Upper Arm Bushing (Front & Rear) Removal Note
Scheme 24: Upper Arm Bushing (Front & Rear) Removal Note

Upper Arm Bushing (Front & Rear) Installation Note

  1. Apply soapy water to the upper arm bushing.
  2. Press the bushing in using the SST and a socket in the direction of the arrow.

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Scheme 25

Dust Boot Installation Note

  1. Fill the inside of the new dust boot with grease.
  2. Press the dust boot on using a 1.18" (30 mm) socket until the dust boot contacts the seat. CAUTION: Install the dust boot squarely and do not press excessively. The inner metal ring will be deformed if not done correctly.
  3. Verify that the clearance between the boot and the seat is less than 0.04" (1 mm).

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Scheme 26

FRONT STABILIZER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

CAUTIONPerforming the following procedures without first removing the ABS wheel-speed sensor may possibly cause an open circuit in the harness if it is pulled by mistake. Before performing the following procedures, remove the ABS wheel-speed sensor (axle side) and fix it to an appropriate place where the sensor will not be pulled by mistake while servicing the vehicle.
  1. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
  2. Install in the reverse order of removal.

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Scheme 27
Scheme 27

Stabilizer Bushing Installation Note

Align the bushing with the positioning bushing on the stabilizer.

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Scheme 28: Stabilizer Bushing Installation Note
Scheme 28: Stabilizer Bushing Installation Note

FRONT CROSSMEMBER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

CAUTIONPerforming the following procedures without first removing the ABS wheel-speed sensor may possibly cause an open circuit in the harness if it is pulled by mistake. Before performing the following procedures, remove the ABS wheel-speed sensor (axle side) and fix it to an appropriate place where the sensor will not be pulled by mistake while servicing the vehicle.
  1. Support the engine with a hoist or baby crane.
  2. Remove the steering gear and linkage. See «STEERING GEAR AND LINKAGE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-169285-S27931186632004120800000) .
  3. Remove the steering knuckles. See «WHEEL HUB, STEERING KNUCKLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-169285-S16752638822004120800000) .
  4. Remove the front stabilizer. See «FRONT STABILIZER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-169285-S37990687652004120700000) .
  5. Remove the front lower arms. See «FRONT LOWER ARM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-169285-S12480467992004120700000) .
  6. Remove the front upper arms. See «FRONT UPPER ARM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-169285-S34284201892004120700000) .
  7. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
  8. Install in the reverse order of removal.
  9. Inspect the front wheel alignment. If not as specified, adjust the front wheel alignment. See «WHEEL ALIGNMENT»(ref-194433) .

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Scheme 29

Crossmember Component Removal/Installation

  1. Remove the crossmember component.
  2. Install in the reverse order of removal.

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Scheme 30

STEERING GEAR AND LINKAGE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

CAUTIONPerforming the following procedures without first removing the ABS wheel-speed sensor may possibly cause an open circuit in the harness if it is pulled by mistake. Before performing the following procedures, remove the ABS wheel-speed sensor (axle side) and fix it to an appropriate place where the sensor will not be pulled by mistake while servicing the vehicle.
  1. With the wheels in the straight-ahead position, remove in the order indicated in the table.
  2. Install in the reverse order of removal.
  3. Adjust the total toe-in.

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Scheme 31

Tie-Rod End Ball Joint Removal Note

Separate the tie-rod end ball joint from the knuckle using the SST.

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Scheme 32: Tie-Rod End Ball Joint Removal Note
Scheme 32: Tie-Rod End Ball Joint Removal Note

WHEEL HUB, STEERING KNUCKLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

CAUTIONPerforming the following procedures without first removing the ABS wheel-speed sensor may possibly cause an open circuit in the harness if it is pulled by mistake. Before performing the following procedures, remove the ABS wheel-speed sensor (axle side) and fix it to an appropriate place where the sensor will not be pulled by mistake while servicing the vehicle.
  1. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
  2. Install in the reverse order of removal.
  3. After installation, adjust the total toe-in. See «TOTAL TOE-IN ADJUSTMENT»(ref-169285-S09222326172004120800000) .

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Scheme 33

Disc Plate Removal Note

Mark the wheel hub bolt and disc plate before removal for reference during installation.

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Scheme 34: Disc Plate Removal Note
Scheme 34: Disc Plate Removal Note

Disc Plate Installation Note

  1. Remove any rust or grime on the contact face of the disc plate and wheel hub.
  2. Install the disc plate and align the marks made before removal.

Locknut Installation Note

Install a new locknut and stake it as shown.

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Scheme 35: Locknut Installation Note
Scheme 35: Locknut Installation Note

See TIE-ROD END BALL JOINT REMOVAL NOTE .

See LOWER ARM BALL JOINT REMOVAL NOTE .

See UPPER ARM BALL JOINT REMOVAL NOTE .

ABS Sensor Rotor Removal Note

Note. The sensor rotor does not need to be removed unless replacing it.

Secure the front wheel hub in a vise and remove the sensor rotor using the SSTs.

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Scheme 36: ABS Sensor Rotor Removal Note
Scheme 36: ABS Sensor Rotor Removal Note

Wheel Hub Bolt Removal Note

Note. The hub bolts do not need to be removed unless they are being replaced.

Remove the hub bolts using a press.

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Scheme 37: Wheel Hub Bolt Removal Note
Scheme 37: Wheel Hub Bolt Removal Note

Wheel Hub Bolt Installation Note

Install the new hub bolts using a press.

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Scheme 38: Wheel Hub Bolt Installation Note
Scheme 38: Wheel Hub Bolt Installation Note

ABS Sensor Rotor Installation Note

Install a new sensor rotor using the SST and a press.

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Scheme 39: ABS Sensor Rotor Installation Note
Scheme 39: ABS Sensor Rotor Installation Note

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