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Mazdaspeed3 Coilovers Install Guide

Your Mazdaspeed3

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This page covers the US Mazdaspeed3.

Adjustable height
Expert$1,150–$1,2004–6 hrs
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Why do it

Sets the height and cuts body roll.

Tools you'll need

Starting out? See our budget tool list.

Parts to buy

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Before you start

  • Book an alignment before you start. You need one right after.
  • Soak all the bolts in penetrating oil first.

Steps

  1. Remove the front struts

    • Unbolt and pull out the front struts.
    Watch this step (Colton Richter, on a Mazdaspeed3) (0:42–2:03)
  2. Fit the front coilovers

    • Fit them into the knuckle and tighten up.
    Watch this step (2:03–4:04)
  3. Remove the rear shocks

    • Support the arm and undo the bolts.
    Watch this step (4:04–5:24)
  4. Fit the rear coilovers

    • Fit them and refit the 17mm bolt.
    Watch this step (5:24–7:24)

How to know it worked

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Safety first

  • Park on flat ground, set the parking brake and chock the wheels.
  • Never get under a car held up only by a jack. Use jack stands.
  • Let the engine and exhaust cool first.
  • Disconnect the battery before unplugging electrical parts.
  • Wear safety glasses.
  • If something doesn't match your car, stop and ask a shop.

Follow your part's instructions and your service manual's torque specs.

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