1. Remove the upper arm 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
1.5 N·m {15.0 kgf·cm, 13.2 in·lbf} max.
Front upper arm removal/installation
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If you cannot put all children in the rear seat, at least put the smallest children
in the rear and be sure the largest child up front uses the shoulder belt over the
shoulder.
NEVER put a rear-facing child-restraint system on the front passenger seat whether
your vehicle is equipped with a o ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Dsc on-board diagnosis
On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) Test Description
(See ABS (ABS/TCS) ON-BOARD DIAGNOSIS)
DTC Table
PID/DATA Monitor Table
Active Command Modes Table
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