Steering Wheel Play Inspection
With the wheels in the straight-ahead position, gently turn the steering wheel to the left and right and verify that the play is within the specification.
Play
0-30 mm {0-1.18 in}
Steering Wheel Looseness Inspection
Move the steering wheel as shown in the figure to inspect for column bearing wear, steering shaft joint play, steering wheel looseness, and column looseness.
Steering Wheel Effort Inspection
Inspect the following points:
2. With the vehicle on a hard, level surface, put the wheels in the straight-ahead position.
3. Remove the air bag module.
Warning
4. Start the engine and warm the power steering fluid to 5060 ° C {122140 ° F}.
5. Measure the steering wheel effort using a torque wrench.
- No air in steering system
- No fluid leakage at hose or connectors
- Function of oil pump and steering gear
Steering wheel effort 7.8 N·m {80 kgf·cm, 58 in·lbf} max.
Note
- Road conditions, such as dry or wet, and asphalt or concrete.
- Tire conditions, such as brand, wear, and tire pressure.
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Opening the Hood
1. With the vehicle parked, pull the release handle to unlock the hood.
2. Insert your hand into the hood opening, slide the latch lever to the right,
and lift up the hood.
NOTE
The lever is located a little to the left of center when facing the vehicle.
3. Grasp the support rod in the pad ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Heated oxygen sensor (ho2s) inspection
HO2S Voltage Inspection
Note
Perform the following inspection only when directed.
1. Warm up the engine and run it at idle.
2. Disconnect the HO2S connector.
3. Connect the voltmeter test leads to the following HO2S terminals:
HO2S (front and rear)
- (+) leadterminal A
- (-) le ...