Fig. 12: Identifying Steering Shaft Nuts And Bolt
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
STEERING WHEEL INSTALLATION NOTE
1. Make sure the wheels in the straight-ahead position, and install the steering wheel.
STEERING SHAFT INSPECTION
1. Inspect the following.
1. Column bearing for damage
2. Steering shaft length
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Replace the steering shaft component as necessary.
Steering shaft length 211.6 mm {8.331 in}
Fig. 13: Identifying Steering Shaft Length
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
2. Inspect the tilt operation.
1. Verify that the adjusting lever moves smoothly from unlock position to lock position.
2. Verify that the steering shaft is fixed firmly when the adjusting lever is locked.
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Replace the steering shaft component as necessary.
2008 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring
2008 STEERING Power Steering - Mazda CX-9
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