To remove the jack
1. Lift the trunk mat.

2. Remove the pocket.

3. Turn the wing bolt and jack screw counterclockwise.

To secure the jack
1. Insert the wing bolt into the jack with the jack screw pointing to the front and turn the wing bolt clockwise to temporarily tighten it.
2. Turn the jack screw in the direction shown in the figure.

3. Turn the wing bolt completely to secure the jack.
NOTE
If the jack is not completely secured, it could rattle while driving. Make sure the jack screw is sufficiently tightened.
Maintenance
Spare Tire and Tool Storage
Spare TireMazda 6 Owners Manual: Closing the Hood
1. Check under the hood area to make certain all filler caps are in place and
all loose items (e.g. tools, oil containers, etc.) have been removed.
2. Lift the hood, grasp the padded area on the support rod, and secure the support
rod in the clip. Verify that the support rod is secured in the c ...
Mazda 6 Owners Manual: Wheel alignment pre-inspection
1. Inspect the tire inflation, and adjust to the recommended pressure as
necessary.
2. Inspect the front wheel bearing play and correct it if necessary. (See
Wheel Bearing Play Inspection.)
3. Inspect the wheel and tire runouts. (See SUSPENSION.)
4. Inspect the ball joints and steering linkag ...