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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMAZDA20105 SPORT, 2.3 L, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 578 (WHEEL ALIGNMENT)FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENTSTEERING ANGLE ADJUSTMENT
2010 Mazda 5 Sport, 2.3 L, Standard
Steering Angle Adjustment
2010 Mazda 5 Sport, 2.3 L, StandardSECTION Steering Angle Adjustment
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Mazda 5. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Loosen the locknut of the tie-rod end.
- Remove the rack boot clamp.
- Rotate the tie rod and adjust the steering angle.NOTE:
- The travel distance of the right and left tie rods should be the same.
- Rotate the tie rod and adjust so that the length L shown in the figure is within the specification.
Dimension L (reference value)
13-31 mm {0.52-1.22 in}
Difference between left and right
3 mm {0.12 in} or less
- Tighten the locknut of the tie-rod end.
Tightening torque
78.6-108.0 N.m {8.1-11.0 kgf.m, 58.0-79.6 ft.lbf}
- Correct the rack boot twists.
- Install and fix the rack boot clamp.
- After adjusting the steering angle, always inspect and adjust the toe angle.
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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.