Attention! If the power steering belt or pump is damaged, the following situations occur:
- (2 and 4 wheel drive models) turning the wheels requires a lot of effort.
- (Models with 4-wheel drive) power steering changes the functioning of the 2 driven wheels (power steering warning lamp (with 4 driving wheels) does not light up) the turning radius of the wheel is increased and the vehicle can be steered in the same way as a 2WD vehicle. If the problem is obvious, contact a Mazda dealer.
- If your vehicle is equipped with power steering, never hold the (left or right) steering wheel for more than 5 seconds. If you hold the steering wheel for more than 5 seconds, the power steering pump may be damaged.