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: C-pillar trim removal/installation
4SD
1. Remove the tire house trim.
2. Turn the seaming welt over.
3. Remove the cap using a fastener remover, and remove the bolt (with curtain
air bag system).
4. Disengage clips A and clip B using a fastener remover.
5. Pull the C-pillar trim forward, then disengage hook C from the body, ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Trunk lid removal/installation
Warning
Removing the stay damper without supporting the trunk lid can be
dangerous. The trunk lid may fall and injure you. Open the trunk lid fully
and support it before removing the stay damper.
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Disconnect the trunk lid harness connector, p ...