Warning
1. Disconnect the windshield washer hose.
2. To remove the bonnet hinge, remove the front fender panel.
3. To remove the bonnet lock, remove the radiator grille.
4. To remove the bonnet release cable, remove the driver-side mud guard.
5. Remove in the order indicated in the table.


6. Install in the reverse order of removal.
7. Adjust the bonnet. (See BONNET ADJUSTMENT.)
Bonnet
Bonnet adjustmentMazda 6 Service Manual: Front lower arm (front) inspection
1. Remove the lower arm (front) from the vehicle.
2. Inspect for damage, cracks, and bending.
3. Inspect the ball joint rotation torque.
(1) Rotate the ball joint five times.
(2) Measure the rotation torque using a suitable allen socket and a
torque wrench.
If not within the speci ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Front crossmember removal/installation
1. Remove the under cover.
2. Remove the splash shield.
3. Remove the front auto leveling sensor. (See FRONT AUTO LEVELING SENSOR
REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
4. Remove the transverse member. (See TRANSVERSE MEMBER
REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
5. Remove the steering gear and linkage, and pipe assembly i ...