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 specification, replace the lower arm component.
Rotation torque
1.18-2.23 N·m
{12.1-22.7 kgf·cm, 10.5-19.7 in·lbf}
Front lower arm (front) removal/installation
Front lower arm (rear) removal/installationMazda 6 Service Manual: Center panel module disassembly/assembly
Caution
Before disassembling the center panel module, spread a cloth on the floor to
put the disassembled parts on. This protects the surface of the panel from
scratches or dirt.
1. Remove the center panel module. (See CENTER PANEL MODULE
REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
2. Remove in the order i ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Interior Equipment (View A)
1 - Door-lock knob 2 - Lighting control 3 - Turn and lane-change signal
4 - Wiper and washer lever 5 - Tire pressure monitoring system set switch 6
- DSC OFF switch 7 - Lane-keep Assist System (LAS) & Lane Departure Warning System
(LDWS) OFF switch 8 - Outside mirror switch 9 - Door-lock ...