Mazda 6 Service Manual: Liftgate adjustment
1. Measure the gap and height between the liftgate and the body.
2. If not as specified, loosen the liftgate hinge installation bolts or the liftgate striker installation screws, and reposition the liftgate.
Clearance
a: 3.0-7.0 mm {0.12-0.28 in}
b: -1.0-3.4 mm {-0.04-013 in}
c: 2.8-5.2 mm {0.11-0.24 in}
d: -1.2-1.2 mm {0.05-0.05 in}
e: 2.8-5.8 mm {0.11-0.22 in}
f:4.0-8.0 mm {0.16-0.31 in}
3. Tighten the bolts or screws.
Liftgate disassembly/assembly
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the liftgate lower trim.
3. To remove the liftgate outer handle and liftgate key cylinder, remove the
rear finisher.
4. To remove the stud ball ...
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Mazda 6 Service Manual: Panel Maintenance
If a panel becomes soiled, wipe it off with a soft cloth soaked in clean water
and thoroughly wrung out.
If some areas require further cleaning, use the following procedure:
1. Wipe the soiled area with a soft cloth soaked in a mild detergent (approx.
5 %) diluted with water.
2. Wipe off the ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Underbody Maintenance
Road chemicals and salt used for ice and snow removal and solvents used for dust
control may collect on the underbody. If not removed, they will speed up rusting
and deterioration of such underbody parts as fuel lines, frame, floor pan, and exhaust
system, even though these parts may be coated ...