Caution
Note
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
Clutch pedalMazda 6 Service Manual: Starting procedure for on-board diagnostic test mode
Note
All DTCs displayed in the on-board diagnostic test mode should be
entered in the Audio Repair Order Form.
1. Turn the ignition switch to the ACC or ON position.
2. First press the POWER button, then simultaneously press the AM button and
TAPE/MD button for 2 seconds or more.
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Mazda 6 Service Manual: Foreword
Outline
There are two on-board diagnostic functions: Operation mode, which
inspects for and indicates correct operation of the input signals to the
control module, and condition detection mode, which indicates troubles in
the system.
The two functions can be done using either of the f ...