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.
- 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
1. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
2. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Front Lower Arm (Front) Ball Joint Removal Note
Separate the ball joint from the knuckle using the SST ...
Front lower arm (rear) removal/installation
1. Remove the front crossmember component. (See FRONT CROSSMEMBER
REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
2. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
3. Install in the reverse order of removal.
4. Inspect the ...
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Mazda 6 Service Manual: Door adjustment
1. Measure the gap and height between the front or rear door and the body.
2. If not as specified, loosen the front or rear door hinge installation
bolts or the door lock striker installation screws, and reposition the door.
Clearance
a: 2.5-4.5 mm {0.10-0.18 in}
b: -0.8-1.2 mm {-0.03-0.0 ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Dynamometer
When inspecting and servicing the power train on the dynamometer or
speed meter tester, pay attention to the following:
- Place a fan, preferably a vehicle-speed proportional type, in front
of the vehicle.
- Make sure the vehicle is in a facility with an exhaust gas
ventilation ...