Front CROSSMEMBER Removal/Installation: Notes

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mazda 6. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the under cover.
Remove the splash shield.
Remove the transverse member. (See TRANSVERSE MEMBER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Remove the steering gear and linkage, and pipe component installation bolts from the front crossmember, then suspend the steering gear and linkage with a cable.
Tightening torque
- Steering gear and linkage: 74.4-104.8 N.m {7.857-10.68 kgf.m, 54.88-77.29 ft.lbf}
- Pipe component: 7.8-10.8 N.m {79.6-110.0 kgf.cm, 69.1-95.5 in.lbf}
Remove in the order indicated in the table.

Fig 1: Removal/Installation Of Front Crossmember (Torque Specs)
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Install in the reverse order of removal.
Inspect the front wheel alignment. (See FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT .)