1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the driver-side air bag module. (See DRIVER-SIDE AIR BAG MODULE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
3. Disconnect the cruise control switch connector.
4. Inspect for resistance and continuity between the cruise control switch terminals using an ohmmeter.
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Pid/data monitor inspection
1. Connect the WDS or equivalent to the DLC-2.
2. Measure the PID value.
Note
Perform part inspection for the output device after PCM
inspection.
The PID/DATA MONITOR function monitors the calculated value of the
input/output signals in the PCM. Therefore, if a monitored value ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Front upper arm inspection
1. Remove the upper arm 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.
If not within the specification ...