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: Woofer removal/installation
4SD
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the rear package trim.
3. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
4. Install in the reverse order of removal.
5HB
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
3. Install in the rev ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Headlights
Turn the headlight switch to turn the headlights and other exterior lights on
or off. When the lights are turned on, the lights-on indicator light in the instrument
cluster turns on.
NOTE
If the light switch is left on, the lights will automatically switch
off approximately 30 seconds ...