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: California Customers
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Mazda 6 Service Manual: Windshield wiper motor removal/installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the windshield wiper arm and blade. (See WINDSHIELD WIPER ARM AND
BLADE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
3. Remove the cowl grille. (See COWL GRILLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
4. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
5. Install in the reverse ord ...