1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the front bumper. (See FRONT BUMPER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
3. Remove the headlight. (See FRONT COMBINATION LIGHT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
4. Suport the radiator and the condenser using the wire.
5. Remove the bolt.
6. Remove the bumper reinforcement.

7. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Front bumper disassembly/assembly
Rear bumper removal/installationMazda 6 Service Manual: Front shock absorber inspection
1. Remove the front shock absorber from the vehicle.
2. Inspect for damage and oil leakage.
3. Inspect the rubber bushing for deterioration and wear.
4. Compress and extend the shock piston at least three times. Verify that the
operational force does not change and that there is no unusual nois ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Air intake actuator inspection
1. Connect battery positive voltage to terminal D or F and ground to terminal
F or D of the air intake actuator.
2. Verify that the air intake actuator operates as shown below.
If not as specified, replace the air intake actuator.
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