1. Remove the air hose. (See INTAKE-AIR SYSTEM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
2. Disconnect the vacuum hose from the VTCS shutter valve actuator.

3. Connect a vacuum pump to the VTCS shutter valve actuator.
4. Apply vacuum and verify that the rod moves.

Variable intake-air system (vis) control solenoid valve inspection (l3)
Variable tumble control solenoid valve inspectionMazda 6 Service Manual: Refrigerant system service procedures
GAS CHARGING SET INSTALLATION
1. Fully close the valves of the SST (49 C061 001).
2. Connect the SSTs (49 C061 002, 49 C061 003) to the high- and
low-pressure side joints of the SST (49 C061 001).
3. Connect the SSTs (49 C061 006A, 49 C061 007) to the ends of the
SSTs (49 C061 002, 49 C061 00 ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Steering gear and linkage inspection
Rack Inspection
1. Inspect the rack for cracking, damage, and tooth wear. Replace it as
necessary.
2. Measure the runout of the rack.
Runout
Near point A: 0.15 mm {0.006 in} max.
Near point B: 0.20 mm {0.008 in} max.
3. If not within the specification, replace the rack.
Tie-rod End ...