Mazda 6 Service Manual: Clutch release collar inspection
Caution
- Cleaning the clutch release collar with cleaning fluids or a steam cleaner can wash the grease out of the sealed bearing.
Turn the collar while applying force in the axial direction.
- If the collar sticks or has excessive resistance, replace the clutch release collar.
Clutch disc inspection
1. Using vernier calipers, measure the thickness of the lining at a rivet
head on both sides.
Replace the clutch disc if its thickness is less than the minimum.
Thickness
0.3 mm {0.012 i ...
Flywheel
FLYWHEEL INSPECTION
1. Install a dial gauge on the cylinder block.
2. Measure the flywheel runout using a dial indicator.
If the runout is excessive, replace the flywheel.
Runout
0.1 m ...
Other materials:
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Clutch cover inspection
1. Measure the wear of the diaphragm spring fingers.
If not as specified, replace the clutch cover.
Depth
0.6 mm {0.024 in} max.
2. Measure the flatness of the pressure plate with a straight edge and a
feeler gauge.
If not as specified, replace the clutch cover.
Maximum ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Opening the Hood
1. With the vehicle parked, pull the release handle to unlock the hood.
2. Insert your hand into the hood opening, slide the latch lever to the right,
and lift up the hood.
NOTE
The lever is located a little to the left of center when facing the vehicle.
3. Grasp the support rod in the pad ...