1. Remove the lower arm (rear) 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
1.00-2.22 N·m
{10.2-22.6 kgf·cm, 8.86-19.6 in·lbf}
Front lower arm (rear) removal/installation
Front stabilizer removal/installationMazda 6 Service Manual: After repair procedure
Warning
Fuel line spills and leakage are dangerous. Fuel can ignite and
cause serious injuries or death and damage. When installing the fuel hose,
observe Fuel Leakage Inspection described below.
Fuel Leakage Inspection
Warning
Fuel line spills and leakage are dangerous. Fuel can i ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Variance Between Actual Road Conditions and Displayed Image
Some variance occurs between the actual road and the displayed road. Such variance
in distance perspective could lead to an accident. Note the following conditions
that may cause a variance in distance perspective.
When the vehicle is tilted due to the weight of passengers and load
When the ve ...