Mazda 6 Service Manual: Clutch cover inspection
1. Measure the wear of the diaphragm spring fingers.
- If not as specified, replace the clutch cover.
Depth
0.6 mm {0.024 in} max.
2. Measure the flatness of the pressure plate with a straight edge and a feeler gauge.
- If not as specified, replace the clutch cover.
Maximum clearance 0.5 mm {0.020 in}
3. When checking the diaphragm spring fingers, mount a dial indicator on the cylinder block.
4. Rotate the flywheel and check for misaligned diaphragm spring fingers.
- If not as specified, replace the clutch cover.
Misalignment
0.6 mm {0.024 in} max.
Clutch unit removal/installation
1. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
2. Install in the reverse order oremoval.
Clutch Cover and Disc Removal Note
1. Install the SSTs.
2. Loosen each bolt one turn at a time in a c ...
Clutch disc inspection
1. Using vernier calipers, measure the thickness of the lining at a rivet
head on both sides.
Replace the clutch disc if its thickness is less than the minimum.
Thickness
0.3 mm {0.012 i ...
Other materials:
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Panel Maintenance
If a panel becomes soiled, wipe it off with a soft cloth soaked in clean water
and thoroughly wrung out.
If some areas require further cleaning, use the following procedure:
1. Wipe the soiled area with a soft cloth soaked in a mild detergent (approx.
5 %) diluted with water.
2. Wipe off the ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Tire Rotation
WARNING
Rotate tires periodically: Irregular tire wear is dangerous. To equalize
tread wear for maintaining good performance in handling and braking, rotate the
tires every 12,000 km (7,500 miles). However Mazda recommends to rotate every 8,000
km (5,000 miles) to help increase tire life and ...