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
Front lower arm (front) removal/installationMazda 6 Service Manual: Dsc hu/cm inspection
1. Remove the battery and battery bracket.
2. Disconnect the DSC HU/CM connector.
3. Connect the SST (49 G066 004) to the DSC HU/CM connector and
harness side connector.
4. Inspect voltage referring the table below.
Terminal Voltage Table (reference value)
(Ignition switch is at ON, and conne ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Clutch disc inspection
1. Using vernier calipers, measure the thickness of the lining at a rivet
head on both sides.
Replace the clutch disc if its thickness is less than the minimum.
Thickness
0.3 mm {0.012 in} min.
2. Measure the clutch disc runout using a dial indicator.
If the runout is excessiv ...