We replace the steering tips and steering rods when there is play or deformation of the steering rods

We install the car on a lift or a viewing ditch

Replacing tie rod ends

The threads of the tie rod ends are different, the thread of the left end is right-handed, and the right end is left-handed

This task will require a ball joint puller

How to replace Mazda 6 steering tips and rods

Raise and mount the front of the car on a support (if we raise the car with jacks)

How to replace Mazda 6 steering tips and rods

Remove the wheel from the side of the work being done

We clean the fasteners with a metal brush and treat with penetrating lubricant WD-40

How to replace Mazda 6 steering tips and rods

How to replace Mazda 6 steering tips and rods

We take out the retainer and unscrew the nut that secures the ball pin of the tip to the steering knuckle lever

How to replace Mazda 6 steering tips and rods

Installing the ball joint puller

Press the pin out of the pivot arm boss

How to replace Mazda 6 steering tips and rods

We measure and record the length of the free part of the thread of the steering rod, so that during assembly, if possible, do not violate the angle of convergence of the wheels

The difference in the length values (A) of the free threaded parts of the steering rods should be no more than 3 mm

You can mark with a marker the position of the locknut on the threaded part of the steering rod

How to replace Mazda 6 steering tips and rods

Loosen the tie rod end locknut

If there is no puller, the ball joint pin can be knocked out with sharp hammer blows on the end face of the swing arm boss, striking along the axis of the lever

We unscrew the tip from the steering rod, counting the number of revolutions, so that when installing a new tip, if possible, the toe-in does not change

Install the new tip in the reverse order, screwing it onto the steering rod as many turns as was calculated during removal

Tighten the locknut to a torque of 68-98 Nm

How to replace Mazda 6 steering tips and rods

Re-measure the length of the free part of the tie rod thread.

It must match the value measured when the tip was removed

If this is not the case, loosen the locknut and unscrew or tighten the tip, depending on whether the length of the free part of the thread has increased or decreased

Tighten the locknut and repeat the test

Install all the parts in reverse order and check the wheel alignment

Replacing the tie rod

Remove the front suspension subframe, as described in the article "How to remove and install the Mazda 6 front suspension subframe"

Remove the tie rod end from the corresponding side as described above

How to replace Mazda 6 steering tips and rods

Squeeze the bent ears of the clamp and slide it along the steering wheel howling traction

How to replace Mazda 6 steering tips and rods

We bite the second clamp of the protective cover

How to replace Mazda 6 steering tips and rods

Remove the case

How to replace Mazda 6 steering tips and rods

How to replace Mazda 6 steering tips and rods

We pry off the thrust ring and slide it along the steering shaft

How to replace Mazda 6 steering tips and rods

How to replace Mazda 6 steering tips and rods

Retaining the rod from turning, unscrew the nut and remove the steering rod

How to replace Mazda 6 steering tips and rods

Remove and inspect the thrust ring. Replace the ring if it is deformed or broken

How to replace Mazda 6 steering tips and rods

We examine the protective cover. In case of deformation or cuts on the cover, we replace it

How to replace Mazda 6 steering tips and rods

Install the new tie rod and all removed parts in reverse order

How to replace Mazda 6 steering tips and rods

When assembling, before installing the protective cover, apply new grease to the working surface of the steering gear shaft-rack

Tie-rod end ball joint nut tightening torque 33-40 Nm

Check and, if necessary, adjust the wheel alignment