Mazda RX-8 Workshop Manual page 1406

3Brake hose bracket
4Stabilizer control link nut
5Shock absorber lower bolt and nut
(See Shock Absorber Lower Bolt and Nut Removal
6Front upper arm ball joint
(See Front Upper Arm Ball Joint Removal
7Front upper arm
(See Front Upper Arm Removal
8Clip
(See Clip Installation Note.)
9Dust boot
Caliper and Mounting Support Removal Note
1. Remove the caliper and mounting support from the steering knuckle and suspend it with a cable in a
location out of the way.
Shock Absorber Lower Bolt and Nut Removal Note
1. Loosen the shock absorber upper nuts.
2. Remove the front shock absorber lower bolt and nut.
Front Upper Arm Ball Joint Removal Note
1. Remove the front upper arm ball joint from the steering knuckle using the SST.
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