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.
- If not within the specification, replace the lower arm component.
Rotation torque
1.18-2.23 N·m
{12.1-22.7 kgf·cm, 10.5-19.7 in·lbf}
Front lower arm (front) removal/installation
Front lower arm (rear) removal/installationMazda 6 Service Manual: Indicators
Manual shift mode indication
In manual shift mode, the “M” of the shift position indication in the instrument
panel illuminates.
Gear position indication
The numeral for the selected gear illuminates.
NOTE
If the gears cannot be shifted down when driving at higher speeds, the
gear ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Cruise control switch inspection
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. ...