Camber Adjustment

2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, StandardSECTION Camber Adjustment
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NOTE:
  • Adjustable value is 30'.
  1. Jack up the vehicle and remove the wheel and tire.
  2. Remove the indicated bolt and replace it with the adjusting bolt and washer.
    Fig 1: Removing Indicated Bolt
    G03700084Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  3. Adjust in the following procedures.
    • In case of adjusting to + (positive) side, install the adjusting bolt and washer so that the projection of the washer faces inside (shock absorber side) as shown.
      Fig 2: Adjusting Camber To Positive Side
      G03700085Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
    • In case of adjusting to - (negative) side, install the adjusting bolt and washer so that the projection of the washer faces outside (steering knuckle side) as shown.
      Fig 3: Adjusting Camber To Negative Side
      G03700086Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  4. Tighten the nut to the specified torque.

    Tightening torqueΒ 

    1. 102.9-122.5 N.m {10.50-12.49 kgf.m, 75.90-90.35 ft.lbf}Β 
  5. Install the wheel and tire, then jack down the vehicle.
  6. Shake the vehicle to settle the suspension.
  7. Inspect the camber and readjust it if necessary.
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