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Front Axle: Removal & Installation Mazda MX-5 NC

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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 wiring harness if it is pulled by mistake. Before performing the following procedures, disconnect the ABS wheel-speed sensor harness connector (axle side) and fix it to an appropriate place where the sensor will not be pulled by mistake while servicing the vehicle.

Scheme 5

Scheme 5
  1. Remove in the order indicated in (Scheme 5).
  2. Install in the reverse order of removal.
  3. After installation, inspect front wheel alignment. (See «FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT»(ref-244483-S41437420692006092400000).)

Scheme 6

Scheme 6: Brake Caliper Component Removal Note
  1. Suspend the brake caliper component using a cable or equivalent.

Wheel Hub Bolt Removal Note

Note. Remove the wheel hub bolt only if there is an abnormality.

Scheme 7

Scheme 7: Wheel Hub Bolt Removal Note
  1. Remove the wheel hub bolts from the wheel hub using a press.

Scheme 8

Scheme 8: Wheel Hub Bolt Installation Note
  1. Press in new wheel hub bolts into the wheel hub using a press.