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2009 Mazda B2300 L4-2.3L
Alignment: Specifications
2009 Mazda B2300 L4-2.3LSECTION Specifications
Alignment
Vehicle Ride Height
SUSPENSION DESIGN HEIGHT SETTING
NOTE:Make sure the vehicle is on a flat, level surface, such as a drive-on hoist.
1. Jounce the vehicle's front and rear suspension to normalize the vehicle static ride height.
2. Measure the ride height.
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NOTE:The torsion bar adjusting bolt is coated with a thread locking compound that wears off after disassembly. If the torsion bar system is ever disassembled or if the torsion bar adjusting bolt is ever removed, use a new torsion bar adjusting bolt when assembling.Adjust the ride height as follows:
- To increase the ride height, tighten the torsion bar adjusting bolt.
- To decrease the ride height, loosen the torsion bar adjusting bolt.
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.