Mazda RX7. Manual — part 106

HIGH STEERING WHEEL EFFORT - VERIFY CONDITION MT 0995-05

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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN

STEERING WHEEL EFFORT

Model(s): All Mazda
Category: Mazda Tips
Bulletin No.: MT 0995-05
Date: 1995

DESCRIPTION

If a customer complains of high or uneven steering effort, before
attempting any repair, verify the amount of force required to turn the
steering wheel. Use the instructions in the Workshop Manual, category
"N", under "Steering Wheel Effort". This procedure involves using a
pull scale.

CAUTION: Before measuring steering wheel effort make sure that:

1. Tires are the correct size and correctly inflated.

2. Power steering fluid level and condition are OK.

3. Vehicle is on a hard, level surface for testing.

* If the force is within the specification listed in the
Workshop Manual, inform the customer that this is a
normal condition.
* If the force is out of specification and/or abnormally
high, then troubleshoot per the Workshop Manual.

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INSTALLATION OF TIRE CHAINS CAT. Q, NO. 005/93

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INSTALLATION OF TIRE CHAINS

Model(s): All Mazda Models
Category: "Q" Tires/Wheels
Bulletin No.: 005/93
Date: 6/3/93

DESCRIPTION

Tire chains may scratch or chip aluminum wheels. If chains are to be
installed, aluminum wheels should be changed to steel wheels.

Please remind your customers of the following instructions when
installing tire chains on their vehicle. These recommendations are
also explained in the vehicles owner's manual.

1. Investigate local regulations before using tire chains.

2. Use only SAE Class "S" chains, and make sure they fit the vehicle's
tires.

3. Follow the chain manufacturer's instructions.

4. Remove the steel wheel covers (if equipped) to avoid scratches or
damage.

5. Front Wheel Drive Vehicle: Secure the chains on the front tires as
tightly as possible. Retighten after one-half mile of driving.
Rear Wheel Drive Vehicles: Secure the chains to the rear wheels as
tightly as possible. Retighten after one-half mile of driving.

CAUTION:

- CHAINS MAY AFFECT VEHICLE HANDLING.

- DO NOT GO FASTER THAN 30 MPH OR THE MANUFACTURER'S RECOMMENDED
SPEED, WHICHEVER IS LOWER.

- DRIVE CAREFULLY AND AVOID BUMPS, HOLES AND SHARP TURNS.

- AVOID LOCKED-WHEEL BRAKING.

- DO NOT USE CHAINS ON THE TEMPORARY TIRE. THEY MAY DAMAGE THE
VEHICLE AND THE TIRE.

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REVISED IDLER ARM/DUST SEAL CAT. 10, NO. 023/83

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IDLER ARM MODIFICATION

Models 1983 GLC (WAGON), RX-7
Bulletin No. 023/83
Category 10
Date 7/25/83

DESCRIPTION

To increase the sealing efficiency of the dust seal, the
configurations of the dust seal and idler arm have been changed as
shown since the production in March, 1983

Fig. 1: Idler Arm Modification

VIN OF PRODUCTION CHANGE

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GLC (W): JMlBD521 D0703543 March, 1983
RX-7: JMlFB331 D0735212 March, 1983

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PARTS INFORMATION

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NEW PART NO. OLD PART NO. DESCRIPTION MODEL INTERCHANGEABILITY

3958 32 320A 3958 32 320 Idler Arm GLC(W) NEW

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8871 32 320A 8871 32 320 Idler Arm RX-7 NEW

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0866 32 279* 8531 32 279 Dust Seal GLC(W), RX-7 NO

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STEERING WHEEL SLIGHTLY OFF CENTER - PROCEDURE CAT. N, NO. 005/95

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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN

STEERING WHEEL SLIGHTLY OFF CENTER

Models: All Mazda Models Through 1995 Except B-Series & Navajo
Category: N
Bulletin No.: 005/95
Date: 3/15/95

DESCRIPTION

The steering wheel on some models may be slightly off center. The
vehicle still drives straight and does not pull right or left.
If a customer complains of the position of the steering wheel, confirm
that the vehicle is not pulling and repair according to the
instructions in this bulletin.

REPAIR PROCEDURE

1. Drive on a straight road and place the steering wheel in a neutral
position. If the steering wheel is not centered, go to step 2.

2. Using the outside circumference of the steering wheel, measure the
distance between the neutral position and the center position.

NOTE: If the distance is larger than 30 mm (1.18 in.) remove the
steering wheel and reinstall in the correct position. If the
steering wheel is still off center, proceed to step 3.

3. Measure the distance described in step 2. 1f less than 30 mm
(1.18 in) loosen both left and right tie rod end lock nuts. Turn
the rods in the opposite directions by the same amount until the
steering wheel is centered.

4. Road test the vehicle to confirm the steering wheel is centered. If
not centered, repeat step 3.

The TIE ROD OUTSIDE CIRCUMFERENCE DISTANCE TABLE below shows the
approximate distance that the outside circumference will move per 90
degree turn on the tie rod (both left and right in opposite
directions).

TIE ROD CIRCUMFERENCE DISTANCE TABLE

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