Fig. 27: Removing Front Upper Arm Ball Joint From Steering Knuckle Using SST
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FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER, COIL SPRING AND FRONT UPPER ARM REMOVAL NOTE
1. Loosen the shock absorber upper nuts.
2. Remove the front shock absorber lower bolt and nut.
FRONT UPPER ARM REMOVAL NOTE
1. Remove the front upper arm bolts.
2. Push down the front lower arm, and then remove the front upper arm from the gap between the shock
absorber lower end and the front lower arm.
FRONT STABILIZER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
1. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
CAUTION:
Performing the following procedures without first removing the ABS
wheel-speed sensor may possibly cause an open circuit in the wiring
harness if it is pulled by mistake. Before performing the following
procedures, remove the ABS wheel-speed sensor (axle side) and fix
it to an appropriate place where the sensor will not be pulled while
servicing the vehicle.
2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata Sport
2007 SUSPENSION Front Suspension - MX-5 Miata
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