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.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMAZDA20086 S SPORT, 4D HATCHBACK, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 231 (ELECTRONIC POWER STEERING)STEERING GEAR & LINKAGE DISASSEMBLY/ASSEMBLYBOOT BAND ASSEMBLY NOTE
2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, Standard
Boot Band Assembly Note
2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, StandardSECTION Boot Band Assembly Note
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Mazda RX-8. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Crimp the boot band using the SST.
- Verify that the crimping clearance A is within the specification.
- If crimping clearance A exceeds the specification, reduce SST clearance, and crimp the boot band again.
- If crimping clearance A is less than the specification, increase SST clearance, and crimp a new boot band.
Standard clearance A
2-3 mm {0.08-0.11 in}
- Rotate the boot by hand and verify that it is securely installed to the boot band.
RENDER: 1.0x
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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.