Mazda RX-8 Workshop Manual page 2411

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2011 - RX-8 - Steering
STEERING GEAR AND LINKAGE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
CAUTION:
Performing the following procedures without first removing the ABS wheel-speed sensor may possibly cause an open
circuit in the wiring harness if it is pulled by mistake. Before performing the following procedures, remove the ABS
wheel-speed sensor harness (axle side) and fix it to an appropriate place where the harness will not be pulled by
mistake while servicing the vehicle.
After replacing the steering gear and linkage, always set the EPS system to the neutral position to prevent system
malfunction. (See
1. Slightly bend back the front mudguard. (See
2. Remove the aerodynamic under cover. (See
3. Remove the under cover. (See
4. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
5. Install in the reverse order of removal.
6. After installation, inspect the front wheel alignment and adjust it if necessary. (See
7. Set the EPS system to the neutral position. (See
EPS SYSTEM NEUTRAL POSITION
FRONT MUDGUARD
AERODYNAMIC UNDER COVER
FRONT CROSSMEMBER
SETTING.)
REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
EPS SYSTEM NEUTRAL POSITION
REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT.)
SETTING.)