REPAIR MAINTENANCE OPERATION OF MOTOR VEHICLES
Mazda 3 (2003 release)

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				Check the hydraulic fluid for power steering
				Check the steering wheel and steering column
					Check of a free wheeling of a steering wheel
					Check the steering column
					Check of effort on the steering wheel
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Check of a free wheeling of a steering wheel

Set the wheels in straight-ahead position and gently turning the steering wheel left and right to check that the freewheel normal.

If the free play of the steering wheel is not correct, it could be wear and tear of joints steering rods, wear or excessive play in the steering mechanism. Perform repairs if necessary.

Free running of the steering wheel: 0-30 mm.

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