Mazda 6 Service Manual: Clutch fluid replacement
Caution
- Be careful not to spill clutch fluid on a painted surface. If this should happen, wash it off immediately.
Note
- Do not mix different brands of clutch fluid.
- Do not reuse the clutch fluid that was drained out.
1. Remove the under cover.
2. Draw the fluid from the reservoir with a suction pump.
3. Remove the bleeder cap from the clutch release cylinder and attach a vinyl hose to the bleeder plug.
4. Place the other end of the vinyl hose into a container.
5. Slowly pump the clutch pedal several times.
6. With the clutch pedal depressed, loosen the bleeder screw using the SST
to let fluid escape.
7. Tighten the bleeder screw using the SST
to stop the fluid.
8. Repeat Steps 4 and 5 until only clean fluid is seen.
9. Tighten the bleeder screw.
Tightening torque 5.9-8.8 N·m {60-90 kgf·cm, 53-78 in·lbf}
10. Add fluid to the MAX mark.
11. Install the under cover.
12. Verify the correct clutch operation.
Clutch fluid inspection
Note
A common reservoir is used for the clutch and brake system fluid.
The fluid in the reservoir must be maintained between the MIN/MAX
level during replacement.
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Clutch pedal
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Mazda 6 Service Manual: Front lower arm (front) inspection
1. Remove the lower arm (front) from the vehicle.
2. Inspect for damage, cracks, and bending.
3. Inspect the ball joint rotation torque.
(1) Rotate the ball joint five times.
(2) Measure the rotation torque using a suitable allen socket and a
torque wrench.
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Mazda 6 Service Manual: Essential Information
Introduction
Be careful not to hurt yourself when inspecting your vehicle, replacing a tire,
or doing some kind of maintenance such as car washing.
In particular, wear thick work gloves such as cotton gloves when touching areas
that are difficult to see while inspecting or working on your vehi ...