Steering Angle Adjustment

2010 Mazda 5 Sport, 2.3 L, StandardSECTION Steering Angle Adjustment
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  1. Loosen the locknut of the tie-rod end.
  2. Remove the rack boot clamp.
  3. Rotate the tie rod and adjust the steering angle.

    Standard Steering Angle 

    Standard Suspension 

    Inner: 38°41`+/-3° 

    Outer: 33°15`+/-3° 

    Sport Suspension 

    Inner: 38°36`+/-3° 

    Outer: 33°07`+/-3° 

    NOTE:
    • Rotate and adjust the tie rod. The difference between right and left dimension L shown in the figure should be within the specification.

    Standard 

    3 mm {0.12 in} or less 

  4. Tighten the locknut of the tie-rod end.

    Tightening Torque 

    37.0-49.0 N.m {3.78-4.99 kgf.m, 27.3-36.1 ft.lb} 

    Fig 1: Locating Tie Rod Dimension
    G01346403Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  5. Correct the rack boot deformation.
  6. Install and fix the rack boot clamp.
  7. After adjusting the steering angle, always inspect and adjust the toe angle. (See TOTAL TOE-IN ADJUSTMENT .)
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