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Maximum Steering Angle Adjustment

  1. Loosen the tie-rod end locknuts.
  2. Remove the steering gear boot clamp.
  3. Turn the tie rods to equalize the length L.

    Maximum left/right difference 

    1. 3 mm {0.12 in} 
  4. Turn the tie rods equally to provide the correct maximum steering angle.
    Fig 1: Measuring Tie Rod End Length
    G01930174Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  5. Tighten the tie-rod end locknuts.

    Tightening torque 

    1. 68.6-98.0 N.m {7.00-9.99 kgf.m, 50.6-72.2 ft.lbf} 
  6. Verify that the boot is not twisted, and install the boot clamp.
  7. Adjust the toe-in after adjusting the steering angle.