Locknut (on Adjusting Cover) Assembly Note

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Mazda 3. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CAUTION:

Be sure that the adjusting cover will not turn together with the locknut.

Fix the adjusting cover and tighten the locknut.

Fig 1: Tightening Locknut Using Special Service Tool
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Measure the pinion torque using the torque wrench.
1. Standard Center of rack+/-90° 0.88-1.48 N.m {8.98-15.0 kgf.cm, 7.79-13.0 in.lbf}
If not as specified, remove the locknut and adjust the adjust cover.

Fig 2: Measuring Pinion Torque Using Torque Wrench
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