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 coil spring removal/installation
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 WHE ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Panel light control switch removal/installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
3. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Panel Light Control Switch Removal Note
1. Insert your hand from the lower side of the dashboard and squeeze the tabs
of the panel light control switch.
2. ...