Locknut (Adjusting Cover) Assembly Note

1. Tighten the locknut while securing the adjusting cover using the SSTs  .
   CAUTION:

   • Do not allow the adjusting cover to turn.

   Tightening Torque 

   49-69 N.m {5.0-7.0 kgf.cm, 37-50 ft.lbf} 

   Fig 1: Tightening Locknut While Securing Adjusting Cover

   Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
2. Adjust the pinion preload as follows.
   1. Attach the SST  and the pull scale to the pinion shaft.
   2. Measure the pinion rotation torque.
      • If not within the specification, loosen the locknut and readjust the adjusting cover.
        Fig 2: Measuring Pinion Rotation Torque

        Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

Standard 

Center Of Rack +/- 90° 

0.9-1.4 N.m {9-15 kgf.cm, 8-13 in.lbf} 

[Pull Scale Reading 9-14 N {0.9-1.5 kgf, 2.0-3.3 lbf}]