1. Remove the rear auto leveling sensor. (See REAR AUTO LEVELING SENSOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
2. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
3. Install in the reverse order of removal.
4. Adjust the headlight zeroset. (See HEADLIGHT ZEROSET.)
5. Inspect the rear wheel alignment. (See REAR WHEEL ALIGNMENT.)


Bolt (Rear Lower Arm Outer Side) Removal Note
1. Support the lower arm with a jack.

2. Loosen the inner bolt of the lower arm.
3. Remove the outer bolt of the lower arm.
Bound Stopper (Body Side) Removal/Installation Note
Remove or/and install the bound stopper (body side) using the extension bar.
Rear Coil Spring Installation Note
1. Install the coil spring so that the distinguisher mark is located on under side.

2. Position the jack under the lower arm and jack up slowly.
Warning
3. Install the lower arm (outer side) bolt.
Rear shock absorber removal/installation
Rear lower arm removal/installationMazda 6 Service Manual: Immobilizer System
The immobilizer system allows the engine to start only with a key the system
recognizes.
If someone attempts to start the engine with an unrecognized key, the engine
will not start, thereby helping to prevent vehicle theft.
If you have a problem with the immobilizer system or the key, consult ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Variable tumble control system (vtcs) shutter valve actuator inspection
1. Remove the air hose. (See INTAKE-AIR SYSTEM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
2. Disconnect the vacuum hose from the VTCS shutter valve actuator.
3. Connect a vacuum pump to the VTCS shutter valve actuator.
4. Apply vacuum and verify that the rod moves.
If the rod dose not move, replace the intake ...