1. Disassemble in the order indicated in the table.


2. Assemble in the reverse order of removal.
Piston Disassembly Note
Caution
1. Place a piece of wood in the caliper, then blow compressed air through the hole to force the piston out of the caliper.

Piston Seal Disassembly Note
1. Remove the piston seal from the brake caliper using the SST
.

Bleeder Screw Assembly Note
1. Assemble the bleeder screw to the caliper using the SST.
Tightening torque 6.9-9.8 N·m {71-99 kgf·cm, 62-86 in·lbf}

Disc pad (front) replacement
Rear brake (disc) inspectionMazda 6 Service Manual: Rear beltline molding removal
Note
When removing the rear beltline molding, the clip may be damaged.
If the clip is damaged, replace it with a new one.
1. Pull the A section upward and remove the clip.
2. Rotate the B section of the front beltline molding in direction (2), along
the direction (1) shown in the figu ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Rear brake (disc) removal/installation
1. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
2. Install in the reverse order of removal.
3. After installation, depress the pedal several times, rotate the wheel by
hand, and verify that the brake does not drag.
Disc Pad Installation Note
1. Turn the manual adjustment gear counterclockwi ...