1. Verify that the throttle valve is closed.
2. Pull the accelerator cable in the directions of A and B, and measure the free play.
Free play
1.0-3.0 mm {0.04-0.11 in}Tightening torpue 9.8-14.7 N·m {100-150 kgf·cm, 87-130 in·lbf}

Accelerator pedal removal/installation
Fuel systemMazda 6 Service Manual: Air bleeding
1. Inspect the fluid level. (See POWER STEERING FLUID INSPECTION.)
2. Jack up the front of the vehicle and support it on safety stands.
3. Turn the steering wheel fully to the left and right several times with the
engine not running.
4. Reinspect the fluid level.
If it has dropped, add flui ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Drive shaft (atx) disassembly/assembly
1. Disassemble in the order indicated in the table.
2. Assemble in the reverse order of disassembly.
Boot Band (Wheel Side) Disassembly Note
Note
The boot band does not need to be removed unless it is being replaced.
Remove the boot clamp with end clamp pliers as shown and discard the
cla ...