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Steering Angle Adjustment

  1. Loosen the tie-rod end locknuts.
  2. Remove the steering gear boot clamp.
  3. Turn the tie rods. 
    G13309263Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

    Standard length L 

    8.6-21.6 mm {0.36-0.86 in}

  4. Turn the tie rods equally to provide the correct maximum steering angle.
  5. Tighten the tie-rod end locknuts.

    Tightening torque 

    69-98 N.m {7.1-9.9 kgf.m, 51-72 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. (See Total Toe-in Adjustment .)