1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the driver-side air bag module. (See DRIVER-SIDE AIR BAG MODULE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
3. Remove the steering wheel. (See STEERING WHEEL AND COLUMN REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
4. Remove the column cover. (See COLUMN COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION)
5. Remove the clock spring. (without DSC) (See CLOCK SPRING REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
6. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
7. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Variable intake-air system (vis) control solenoid valve inspection (l3)
1. Remove the VIS control solenoid valve. (See INTAKE-AIR SYSTEM
REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
2. Inspect airflow between the ports under the following conditions.
If not as specified, replace the VIS control solenoid valve.
If as specified, carry out the Circuit Open/Short Inspection.
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Mazda 6 Service Manual: Vehicle Loading
WARNING
Do not tow a trailer with this vehicle: Towing a trailer with this
vehicle is dangerous because it has not been designed to tow a trailer and doing
so will affect the drive system which could result in vehicle damage.
This section will guide you in the proper loading of your vehicle, t ...