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: Symptom troubleshooting
Verify the symptoms, and perform troubleshooting according to the
appropriate number.
Vehicles with ABS/TCS
Vehicles with DSC
*1 : DSC system contains traction control function, DSC indicator light goes
on and off while DSC operates.
*2 : DSC indicator light goes on and off while D ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Intermittent concern troubleshooting
Vibration Method
1. If malfunction occurs or becomes worse while driving on a rough road or
when engine is vibrating, perform the steps below.
Note
There are several reasons vehicle or engine vibration could cause
an electrical malfunction. Some of the things to check for are:
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