Pic. 4.10. Mazda 3 front suspension: 1 - front shock absorber and coil spring; 2 - front shock absorber; 3 - front lower arm; 4 - front stabilizer; 5 - stabilizer bar; 6 - front cross member
Front suspension (pic. 4.10) equipped with McPherson struts. The top end of each strut/spring assembly is attached to a dedicated vehicle body panel. The lower end of the strut assembly is attached to the upper end of the steering knuckle (its swing arm). The steering knuckle is connected by a ball joint to the outer end of the lower suspension arm. All models are equipped with a stabilizer bar.
Attention! Performing the following procedures without first removing the Anti-Lock Braking System Wheel Speed Sensor may cause an open circuit in the wiring harness if the harness is taut by mistake. Before performing the following operations, remove the anti-lock brake wheel speed sensor (from the side of the hub) and mount it in a suitable location where the sensor will not be damaged by mistake when performing maintenance.