Warning
Caution
1. Level the vehicle.
2. Complete the BEFORE REPAIR PROCEDURE. (See BEFORE REPAIR PROCEDURE.)
3. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
4. Remove the fuel pump unit. (See FUEL PUMP UNIT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
5. Siphon the fuel from the fuel tank.
6. Remove the middle pipe. (See EXHAUST SYSTEM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
7. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
8. Install in the reverse order of removal.
9. Complete the AFTER REPAIR PROCEDURE. (See AFTER REPAIR PROCEDURE.)


Breather Hose Installation Note
Fit the breather hose onto the respective fittings, and install clamps as shown.

Joint Hose Installation Note
Fit the joint hose onto the respective fittings, and install clamps as shown.

After repair procedure
Fuel tank inspectionMazda 6 Service Manual: Checking Tire Pressure
1. When you check the air pressure, make sure the tires are cold —meaning they
are not hot from driving even a mile.
2. Remove the cap from the valve on one tire.
3. Firmly press a tire gauge onto the valve.
4. Add air to achieve recommended air pressure.
5. If you overfill the tire, release ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Immobilizer System
The immobilizer system allows the engine to start only with a key the system
recognizes.
If someone attempts to start the engine with an unrecognized key, the engine
will not start, thereby helping to prevent vehicle theft.
If you have a problem with the immobilizer system or the key, consult ...