1. Verify that the throttle valve is closed.
2. Pull the accelerator cable in the directions of A and B, and measure the free play.
Free play
1.0-3.0 mm {0.04-0.11 in}Tightening torpue 9.8-14.7 N·m {100-150 kgf·cm, 87-130 in·lbf}

Accelerator pedal removal/installation
Fuel systemMazda 6 Service Manual: Dsc on-board diagnosis
On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) Test Description
(See ABS (ABS/TCS) ON-BOARD DIAGNOSIS)
DTC Table
PID/DATA Monitor Table
Active Command Modes Table
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Mazda 6 Service Manual: Push-Starting
Do not push-start your Mazda.
WARNING
Never tow a vehicle to start it: Towing a vehicle to start it is
dangerous. The vehicle being towed could surge forward when its engine starts, causing
the two vehicles to collide. The occupants could be injured.
CAUTION
Do not push-start a vehicle that ...