Mazda 6 Service Manual: Magnetic clutch adjustment
1. Measure the clearance around the entire circumference between the pressure plate and A/C compressor pulley using a thickness gauge.
2. Verify that the clearance is within the specification.
- If not within the specification, remove the pressure plate and adjust the clearance by changing the shim (0.2 mm {0.008 in}, 0.5 mm {0.02 in}) or the number of shims.
Clearance
0.3-0.5 mm {0.012-0.019 in}
Magnetic clutch disassembly/assembly
1. Disassemble in the order indicated in the table.
2. Assemble in the reverse order of disassembly.
3. Adjust the magnetic clutch clearance. (See MAGNETIC CLUTCH ADJUSTMENT.)
Bolt Removal/Inst ...
Magnetic clutch inspection
1. Connect battery positive voltage to terminal A of magnetic clutch and
ground to A/C compressor body.
2. Verify that the magnetic clutch operates.
If not as specified, replace the stator an ...
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Mazda 6 Service Manual: Hazardous Driving
WARNING
Be extremely careful if it is necessary to downshift on slippery surfaces:
Downshifting into lower gear while driving on slippery surfaces is dangerous. The
sudden change in tire speed could cause the tires to skid. This could lead to loss
of vehicle control and an accident.
When dri ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Driving Tips
WARNING
Do not let the vehicle move in a direction opposite to the direction selected
by the selector lever: Do not let the vehicle move backward with the selector
lever in a forward position, or do not let the vehicle move forward with the selector
lever in the reverse position. Otherwise, t ...