1. Remove the center console. (See CONSOLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
2. Remove the rear seat cushion (4SD) or rear seat (5HB) . (See REAR SEAT
REMOVAL/
INSTALLATION.)
3. Remove the exhaust pipe bracket.
4. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
5. Install in the reverse order of removal.
6. Adjust the parking brake stroke. (See PARKING BRAKE (LEVER TYPE) ADJUSTMENT.)


Parking brake (lever type) adjustment
Abs/tcsMazda 6 Service Manual: Location index
INTAKE-AIR SYSTEM
FUEL SYSTEM
Engine Room Side
Fuel tank side
EMISSION SYSTEM
Engine room side
CONTROL SYSTEM
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Mazda 6 Service Manual: Steering wheel and column inspection
Steering Wheel Play Inspection
With the wheels in the straight-ahead position, gently turn the steering
wheel to the left and right and verify that the play is within the
specification.
If the play exceeds the specification, either the steering joints are
worn or the backlash of the stee ...