Safety Warning
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.
2007 Mazda CX-9 V6-3.5LFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Steering Angle Adjustment
Steering Angle Adjustment
1. Jack up the front of the vehicle and support it on safety stands.
2. Loosen the locknut of the tie-rod end.
3. Remove the rack boot clamp.
4. Rotate the tie rod and adjust the steering angle.
Note:
^ The travel distance of the right and left tie rods should be the same.
5. Rotate the tie rod and adjust so that the length L shown in the figure is within the specification.
Dimension L (reference value) 33.9 - 43.9 mm (1.34 - 1.72 in)
Difference between left and right 3 mm (0.12 in) or less
6. Tighten the locknut of the tie-rod end.
Tightening torque 68.6 - 98.0 Nm (7.00 - 9.99 kgf-m, 50.6 - 72.2 ft-lbf)
7. Correct the rack boot twists.
8. Install and fix the rack boot clamp.
9. After adjusting the steering angle, always inspect and adjust the total toe-in.
1. Jack up the front of the vehicle and support it on safety stands.
2. Loosen the locknut of the tie-rod end.
3. Remove the rack boot clamp.
4. Rotate the tie rod and adjust the steering angle.
Note:
^ The travel distance of the right and left tie rods should be the same.
5. Rotate the tie rod and adjust so that the length L shown in the figure is within the specification.
Dimension L (reference value) 33.9 - 43.9 mm (1.34 - 1.72 in)
Difference between left and right 3 mm (0.12 in) or less
6. Tighten the locknut of the tie-rod end.
Tightening torque 68.6 - 98.0 Nm (7.00 - 9.99 kgf-m, 50.6 - 72.2 ft-lbf)
7. Correct the rack boot twists.
8. Install and fix the rack boot clamp.
9. After adjusting the steering angle, always inspect and adjust the 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.