Mazda 6 Service Manual: Preparation of tools and measuring equipment

Mazda 6 Service Manual / General information / Fundamental procedures / Preparation of tools and measuring equipment

Be sure that all necessary tools and measuring equipment are available before starting any work.

Protection of vehicle

Always be sure to cover fenders, seats and floor areas before starting work. ...

Special service tools

Use special service tools or equivalent when they are required. ...

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Mazda 6 Service Manual: Torque formulas
When using a torque wrench-SST or equivalent combination, the written torque must be recalculated due to the extra length that the SST or equivalent adds to the torque wrench. Recalculate the torque using the following formulas. Choose the formula that applies to you. A : The leng ...

Mazda 6 Service Manual: Liftgate removal/installation
Warning Removing the stay damper without supporting the liftgate can be dangerous. The liftgate may fall and injure you. Open the liftgate fully and support it before removing the stay damper. 1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. 2. Remove the liftgate lower upper trim. 3. Press ...