Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
MAZDA 3 (BK) 1.6 (BK14), MAZDA 3 (BK) 2.0 (BKEP), MAZDA 3 (BK) 1.6 DI Turbo, MAZDA 3 (BK) 1.3 (BK14), MAZDA 3 (BK) 2.3 MZR (BK3P), MAZDA 3 (BK) 2.3 MZR Sport (BK3P), MAZDA 3 (BK) 2.3 DiSi Turbo MPS (BK3P), MAZDA 3 (BK) 2.3 MPS Turbo (BK14), MAZDA 3 (BK) 2.0 MZR-CD (BK14), MAZDA 3 (BK) 2.0, MAZDA 3 (BK) 1.6 MZ-CD, MAZDA 3 (BK) 2.3 (BK3P), MAZDA 3 (BK) 2.0 AWD (BKEP), MAZDA 3 (BK) 1.6 View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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All the parts you need to replace – Track Rod End for 3 (BK) and other MAZDA models
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Tools
Replacement: track rod end – MAZDA 3 (BK). Tools you'll need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Combination spanner #24
Drive socket # 14
Wheel impact socket #19
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Vernier caliper
Ball joint puller
Nippers
Wheel chock
Replacement: track rod end – MAZDA 3 (BK). Tip from AUTODOC:
  • Replace tie rod ends in pairs.
  • The replacement procedure is identical for the right and left tie rod ends.
  • Please note: all work on the car – MAZDA 3 (BK) – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
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    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  2. Step 2
    How to replace MAZDA 3 (BK) 1.6 (BK14) 2004 Track Rod End - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #19.
  3. Step 3
    Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
    Step 4
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. MAZDA 3 (BK)
  4. Step 5
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    Remove the wheel.
  5. Step 6
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    When deinstalling, mark or measure the precise position of the ball joint on the track rod, or count the number of turns in order to prevent misalignment afterward. Use a vernier caliper.
  6. Step 7
    Clean the lock nut that connects the tie rod to the tie rod end. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
    Step 8
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    Loosen the lock nut securing the tie rod end to the tie rod. Use a combination spanner #24.
  7. Step 9
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    Remove the cotter pin. Use nippers.
  8. Step 10
    Clean the fastener connecting the tie rod end to the steering knuckle. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
    Step 11
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    Unscrew the end fastening nut to the steering knuckle. Use a drive socket #14. Use a ratchet wrench.
  9. Step 12
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    Disconnect the tie rod end from the steering knuckle. Use a ball joint puller.
  10. Step 13
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    Screw the end out of the tie rod.
  11. Step 14
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    Clean the mounting seats of the tie rod end. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
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