Caution
1. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
2. Install in the reverse order of removal.


Bracket Installation Note
Install the bracket as shown in the figure.

REAR SHOCK ABSORBER INSPECTION
Inspect the rear shock absorber in the same way as the front shock absorber. (See FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER INSPECTION.)
REAR SHOCK ABSORBER DISPOSAL
Dispose the rear shock absorber in the same way as the front shock absorber. (See FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER DISPOSAL.)
Rear suspension
Rear coil spring removal/installationMazda 6 Service Manual: Rear beltline molding removal
Note
When removing the rear beltline molding, the clip may be damaged.
If the clip is damaged, replace it with a new one.
1. Pull the A section upward and remove the clip.
2. Rotate the B section of the front beltline molding in direction (2), along
the direction (1) shown in the figu ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Wheel hub, hub spindle pre-inspection
Wheel Bearing Play Inspection
1. Position a dial indicator against the wheel hub.
2. Push and pull the wheel hub by hand in the axial direction and measure the
wheel bearing play.
Maximum wheel bearing play
0.05 mm {0.002 in}
3. If the bearing play exceeds the specification, replace a ...