Repairing Manual 1985 Mazda RX-7 GS Wheel Alignment Specifications & Procedures
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DESCRIPTION Mazda uses independent front suspension with MacPherson type struts. Strut assemblies mount between lower control arms and upper fender panels. Strut assemblies consist of inner shock absorbers and coil springs surrounding outside of strut tube housing. The steering knuckle is connected to lower control arm and strut. Lower control arms pivot at crossmember and are connected by ball joints to steering knuckle. Some models are equipped with a stabilizer bar. Strut rods are installed to maintain alignment and stability. ADJUSTMENT WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS & PROCEDURES See WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS & PROCEDURES in WHEEL ALIGNMENT section.
WHEEL BEARING 1. Raise and support vehicle. Remove brake caliper and support out of the way. Remove brake caliper bracket. Remove grease cap, cotter pin and nut lock. Tighten spindle nut to 18-22 ft. lbs. (24-30 N.m). 2. Turn wheel hub a few times to seat bearings. Loosen adjusting nut slightly until it can be turned by hand. Install one hub-to-wheel bolt and connect a spring scale to it. 3. Check the hub turning torque and note that value. Adjust wheel bearing preload by turning the adjusting nut until the drag value, determined earlier, is increased an additional 1.0-1.43 lbs. (.45-.65 kg). Reinstall all removed components. INSPECTION BALL JOINT CHECKING 1. Disconnect strut assembly and tie rod end from steering knuckle arm. Check ball joint dust boot for cracks or other damage. Rotate ball joint
DESCRIPTION Mazda uses independent front suspension with MacPherson type struts. Strut assemblies mount between lower control arms and upper fender panels. Strut assemblies consist of inner shock absorbers and coil springs surrounding outside of strut tube housing. The steering knuckle is connected to lower control arm and strut. Lower control arms pivot at crossmember and are connected by ball joints to steering knuckle. Some models are equipped with a stabilizer bar. Strut rods are installed to maintain alignment and stability. ADJUSTMENT WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS & PROCEDURES See WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS & PROCEDURES in WHEEL ALIGNMENT section.
WHEEL BEARING 1. Raise and support vehicle. Remove brake caliper and support out of the way. Remove brake caliper bracket. Remove grease cap, cotter pin and nut lock. Tighten spindle nut to 18-22 ft. lbs. (24-30 N.m). 2. Turn wheel hub a few times to seat bearings. Loosen adjusting nut slightly until it can be turned by hand. Install one hub-to-wheel bolt and connect a spring scale to it. 3. Check the hub turning torque and note that value. Adjust wheel bearing preload by turning the adjusting nut until the drag value, determined earlier, is increased an additional 1.0-1.43 lbs. (.45-.65 kg). Reinstall all removed components. INSPECTION BALL JOINT CHECKING 1. Disconnect strut assembly and tie rod end from steering knuckle arm. Check ball joint dust boot for cracks or other damage. Rotate ball joint
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