1. Remove the stabilizer control link from the vehicle.
2. Inspect for bending and damage.
3. Measure the ball joint starting torque.
(1) Rock the ball joint stud side to side 10 times.
(2) Rotate the ball joint stud 10 times.
(3) Measure the starting torque using a suitable Allen socket and a torque wrench.

Starting torque
0.23-0.47 N·m
{2.4-4.7 kgf·cm, 2.1-4.1 in·lbf}
Rear stabilizer removal/installation
Trailing link removal/installationMazda 6 Service Manual: Rear View Monitor
The rear view monitor provides visual images of the rear of the vehicle when
reversing.
WARNING
Always drive carefully confirming the safety of the rear and the surrounding
conditions by looking directly with your eyes: Reversing the vehicle by only
looking at the screen is dangerous as it m ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Rear side seat belt removal/installation
Caution
The ELR has a spring that will unwind if the retractor's cover is
removed. The spring cannot be rewound by hand. If this occurs, the ELR will
not work properly. Therefore, do not disassemble the retractor.
4SD
1. Fold the rear seat back.
2. Remove the rear side seats.
3. Remo ...