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DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2006 Mazda RX8 2RTR-1.3LFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Caster Adjustment
Caster Adjustment
Caution:
^ Adjust the caster after adjusting the camber.
Note:
^ The camber and caster change largely if the front cam is adjusted due to the suspension construction. If the rear cam is adjusted, the caster largely, however, the camber barely changes. Therefore, adjust the camber (front cam) and then the caster (rear cam) to adjust the alignment efficiently
1. Loosen the installation nut of the adjusting cam bolt (front lower arm rear side).
2. Rotate the adjusting cam bolt in either direction to adjust the caster.
* : from the end of the front fender to the center of the wheel (mm{in})
Note: Refer to the following figure for the adjusting amount per one graduation.
3. Tighten the nut.
Tightening torque 117.7-137.3 N-m (12.1-14.0 kgf-m, 86.9-101.2 ft-lbf)
4. Adjust the camber and total toe-in.
Caution:
^ Adjust the caster after adjusting the camber.
Note:
^ The camber and caster change largely if the front cam is adjusted due to the suspension construction. If the rear cam is adjusted, the caster largely, however, the camber barely changes. Therefore, adjust the camber (front cam) and then the caster (rear cam) to adjust the alignment efficiently
1. Loosen the installation nut of the adjusting cam bolt (front lower arm rear side).
2. Rotate the adjusting cam bolt in either direction to adjust the caster.
Standard Suspension:
Sport Suspension:
* : from the end of the front fender to the center of the wheel (mm{in})
Note: Refer to the following figure for the adjusting amount per one graduation.
3. Tighten the nut.
Tightening torque 117.7-137.3 N-m (12.1-14.0 kgf-m, 86.9-101.2 ft-lbf)
4. Adjust the camber and total toe-in.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.