Mazda 6 Service Manual: Steering wheel and column removal/installation
Warning
- Handling the air bag module improperly can accidentally deploy the air bag module, which may seriously injure you. Read AIR BAG SYSTEM WARNINGS before handling the air bag module. (See SERVICE WARNINGS.)
1. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
2. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Steering Wheel Removal Note
Caution
- Do not try to remove the steering wheel by hitting the shaft with a hammer. The column will collapse.
1. Set the vehicle in the straight-ahead position.
2. Remove the steering wheel using a suitable puller.
Steering Lock Mounting Bolts Removal Note
1. Make a groove in the heads of the steering lock mounting bolts using a chisel and a hammer.
2. Remove the bolts using a screwdriver.
3. Disassemble the steering lock component.
Steering Lock Mounting Bolts Installation Note
1. Assemble the steering lock component to the steering shaft.
2. Verify that the lock operates correctly.
3. Install new steering lock mounting bolts.
4. Tighten the bolts until the heads break off.
Steering Shaft Installation Note
Caution
- Do not apply a shock in the axial direction of the shaft.
1. Lock the tilt lever.
2. Tighten bolt A.
3. Tighten nut B.
4. Tighten nut C.
Steering Wheel Installation Note
Set the wheels in the straight-ahead position, and install the steering wheel.
Steering wheel and column inspection
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.
If th ...
Steering shaft inspection
1. Inspect the following.
(1) Column bearing for damage
(2) Steering shaft length
Replace the steering shaft component as necessary.
Length
211.6 mm {8.3 in}
2. Inspect the til ...
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Mazda 6 Service Manual: Rear door glass removal/installation
1. Fully down the rear door glass.
2. Remove the rear door trim.
3. Remove the hole cover.
4. Pull up the rear door weatherstrip and remove the screw.
5. Remove the bolt.
6. Remove the glass run channel from the rear door glass guide.
7. Lift the rear door glass to the position where the rea ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Air mix actuator inspection
1. Connect battery positive voltage to terminal D or F and ground to terminal
F or D of the air mix actuator.
2. Verify that the air mix actuator operates as shown below.
If not as specified, replace the air mix actuator.
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3. Verify that the resistance between the terminals of the ...