1. Remove the liftgate upper trim.
2. Position the strap hanger as shown in the figure.
3. Pull the liftgate side trim toward you, then disengage clips A, pin B and the strap hanger from the body and pin B, hook C, D from the liftgate lower trim.
4. Remove the liftgate side trim.
5. Remove the hanger strap from the liftgate side trim.
6. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Front shock absorber disposal
Warning
Whenever drilling into a shock absorber, wear protective eye wear.
The gas in the shock absorber is pressurized, and could spray metal chips
into the eyes and face when drilling.
1. Clamp a shock absorber on a flat surface or with the piston pointing
downwards.
2. Drill a 2-3 ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Obd drive mode
Performing the Drive Mode inspects the OBD system for proper operation.
The Drive Mode must be performed to ensure that no additional DTCs are
present.
During Drive Mode, the following systems are inspected:
- Oxygen sensor (HO2S)
- Oxygen sensor heater
- Catalytic converter (TW ...