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Steering Angle Adjustment

  1. Loosen the tie-rod end locknuts.
  2. Remove the steering gear boot clamp.
  3. Turn the tie rods.
    Fig 1: Loosening Tie-Rod End Locknuts
    G08150386Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

    Standard length L 

    • 13-31 mm {0.6-1.2 in}
  4. Turn the tie rods equally to provide the correct maximum steering angle.
  5. Tighten the tie-rod end locknuts.

    Tightening torque 

    • 79-108 N.m {8.1-11 kgf.m, 59-79 ft.lbf}
  6. Verify that the boot is not twisted, and install the boot clamp.
  7. Adjust the toe-in after adjusting the steering angle.