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Mazda Protege 5. Manual - part 264

ENGINE SPEED SENSING POWER STEERING

06–12–5

06–12

8. Remove the SSTs. Install and tighten the

pressure pipe to the specified torque.

Tightening torque

30—44 N·m {3.0—4.5 kgf·m, 22—32 ft·lbf}

9. Bleed the air from the system.

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STEERING WHEEL AND COLUMN INSPECTION

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Steering Wheel Play Inspection

1. With the wheels in the straight-ahead position, gently turn the steering wheel to the left and right and verify that

the play is within the specification.

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If the play exceeds the specification, either the steering joints are worn or the backlash of the steering gear
is excessive. Correct as necessary.

Play

0—30 mm {0—1.18 in}

Steering Wheel Looseness Inspection

1. Move the steering wheel as shown in the figure to

inspect for column bearing wear, steering shaft
joint play, steering wheel looseness, and column
looseness.

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Repair or replace as necessary.

Steering Wheel Effort Inspection

1. Inspect the following points:

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Tire size and tire pressure

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Fluid level

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Drive belt deflection

2. With the vehicle on a hard, level surface, put the wheels in the straight-ahead position.

Warning

••••

See 08-10 DRIVER-SIDE AIR BAG MODULE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION for removal/installation of
the air bag module after inspection.

3. Remove the air bag module.
4. Start the engine and warm the power steering fluid to 50—60

°°°°

C {123—140

°°°°

F}.

5. Measure the steering wheel effort using a torque

wrench.

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If not within the specification, note the
following:
— Air in system
— Fluid leakage at hose or connectors
— Function of oil pump and steering gear

Steering wheel effort

7.8 N·m {80 kgf·cm, 69 in·lbf} max.

Note

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To determine whether the steering effort is
satisfactory or not, perform the inspection on
another vehicle of the same model and under the same conditions, and compare the results.

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ENGINE SPEED SENSING POWER STEERING

06–12–6

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The steering wheel effort varies with conditions as shown below.
— Road conditions, such as dry or wet, and asphalt or concrete.
— Tire conditions, such as brand, wear, and tire pressure.

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STEERING WHEEL AND COLUMN REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

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1. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
2. Install in the reverse order of removal.

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Air bag module
(See 08–10–5 DRIVER-SIDE AIR BAG MODULE
REMOVAL/INSTALLATION)

Locknut

Steering wheel
(See 06–12–7 Steering Wheel Removal Note)
(See 06–12–8 Steering Wheel Installation Note)

Column cover

Clock spring
(See 08–10–9 CLOCK SPRING REMOVAL/
INSTALLATION)

Combination switch

Lower panel

Key interlock cable

Steering shaft
(See 06–12–8 Steering Shaft Installation Note)

Shaft seal

Set plate

Dust cover

Universal joint

Steering lock mounting bolts and bracket
(See 06–12–7 Steering Lock Mounting Bolts and
Bracket Removal Note)
(See 06–12–7 Steering Lock Mounting Bolts and
Bracket Installation Note)

Steering lock component

Cylinder outer component
(See 06–12–7 Cylinder Outer Component Removal
Note)

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ENGINE SPEED SENSING POWER STEERING

06–12–7

06–12

Steering Wheel Removal Note

1. Set the vehicle in the straight-ahead position.
2. Remove the steering wheel using a suitable puller.

Caution

••••

Do not try to remove the steering wheel by hitting the shaft with a hammer. The column will
collapse.

Steering Lock Mounting Bolts and Bracket Removal Note

1. Make a groove in the heads of the steering lock

mounting bolts using a chisel and a hammer.

2. Remove the bolts using a screwdriver.
3. Disassemble the steering lock component.

Cylinder Outer Component Removal Note

Caution

••••

When replacing the cylinder outer component, the coil also must be replaced.

1. Set the key in the ACC position.
2. Keep pushing the button and remove the cylinder

outer component.

Steering Lock Mounting Bolts and Bracket Installation Note

1. Assemble the steering lock component to the steering shaft.
2. Verify that the lock operates correctly.
3. Install new steering lock mounting bolts.
4. Tighten the bolts until the heads break off.

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ENGINE SPEED SENSING POWER STEERING

06–12–8

Steering Shaft Installation Note

Caution

••••

Do not apply a shock in the axial direction of the shaft.

1. Tighten bolt A.
2. Tighten bolt C.
3. Tighten bolt B.
4. Release the adjusting lever, and lower the

steering shaft to the lowest position.

5. Tighten bolt D.

Steering Wheel Installation Note

1. Set the wheels in the straight-ahead position, and install the steering wheel.

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STEERING SHAFT INSPECTION

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1. Inspect the following.

(1) Column bearing for damage
(2) Steering shaft length

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Replace the steering shaft component as
necessary.

Length

797.4—800.4 mm {31.40—31.51 in}

2. 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.

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