Mazda CX-7 2007 Workshop Manual page 1100

(2) Using the SST, loosen the adjusting cover to
25—30°.
3. Apply sealant to the locknut.
4. Secure the adjusting cover with the bolt and nuts
created in Step 1, and tighten the locknut using
the SST.
Caution
• If a tool such as a torque wrench is
installed to the SST (49 E032 308), install
the tool so that it is perpendicular to the
SST as shown in the figure. If the tool is
not installed as instructed, the SST can
separate from the locknut easily which
could cause damage to the locknut while
doing the work.
Note
• Be sure that the adjusting cover will not turn
together with the locknut.
5. Measure the pinion torque using the SST and pull
scale.
• If not as specified, remove the locknut and
adjust the adjusting cover.
Pinion shaft rotation torque
Center of rack ±90°:0.88—1.48 N·m {8.98—
15.0 kgf·cm, 7.79—13.0 in·lbf}
Tie-rod Assembly Note
1. Lock the steering rack end against rotation with a
suitable wrench and install the tie rod using the
SST.
Substitution SST
• 49 H032 351
Width across flats 34mm {1.3 in} (Torque
control enabled wrench)
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2007 Mazda CX-7 Workshop Manual (1871–1U–06B)
POWER STEERING
49 D032 316
49 E032 308
NUT
BOLT
ACROSS FLAT 24 mm {0.94 in}
Revised 7/2006 (Ref. No. R065/06)
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49 E032 308
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49 H032 351
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