1. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
2. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Front Lower Arm (Front) Ball Joint Removal Note
Separate the ball joint from the knuckle using the SSTs
.
Front Lower Arm (Front) Bushing (Inner Side) Removal Note
Press the bushing (inner side) out using the SSTs
.
Front Lower Arm (Front) Bushing (Outer Side) Removal Note
Press the bushing (outer side) out using the SSTs
.
Front Lower Arm (Front) Bushing (Outer Side) Installation Note
1. Mark the new bushing as shown in the figure.
2. Press the bushing in to the marking using the SSTs
.
3. Verify that clearance distance AB is 8.75 mm - 10.75 mm {0.3445 in - 0.4232 in}.
Front Lower Arm (Front) Bushing (Inner Side) Installation Note
1. Mark the new bushing as shown in the figure.
2. Press the bushing in to the marking using the SSTs
.
3. Verify that clearance distance AB is 12.75 mm - 14.75 mm {0.5020 in - 0.5807 in}.
Clip Installation Note
1. Wipe the grease off the ball stud.
2. Fill the inside of the new dust boot with grease.
3. Install the boot on the ball joint.
4. Install the new clip using the SST
.
5. Verify that the clip is installed securely to the groove.
6. Wipe away the excess grease.
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Sas unit configuration
1. Connect the SST (WDS or equivalent) to the DLC-2.
2. Input vehicle information following the directions on the screen.
3. Select Module programming.
4. Select Programmable module installation.
5. Select the following items and perform procedures according to directions
on the screen.
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Mazda 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 ...