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 front wheel alignment. (See FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT.)
Front Lower Arm (Rear) Ball Joint Removal Note
Separate the ball joint from the knuckle using the SSTs
.
Front Lower Arm (Rear) Bushing Removal Note
1. Press the bushing out using the SSTs
.
2. Remove the front lower arm (rear) from the press and tap the bushing out with a hammer.
Front Lower Arm (Rear) Bushing Installation Note
1. Mark the new bushing as shown in the figure.
2. Press the bushing in to the marking using the SSTs
.
3. Verify that clearance distance AB is 23.75 mm - 25.75 mm {0.936 in - 1.013 in}.
Clip Installation Note
1. Wipe the grease off the ball stud.
2. Fill the inside of the new dust boot with grease.
3. Install the boot on the ball joint.
4. Install the new clip using the SST
.
5. Verify that the clip is installed securely to the groove.
6. Wipe away the excess grease.
Front Lower Arm (Rear) Installation Note
Install the lower arm (rear) so that identification mark (L or R) faces toward the front of the vehicle.
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Fuel pump unit inspection
Caution
It is normal to hear the fuel pump operating when the ignition
switch is turned to the ON position.
Note
To improve startability, the fuel pump control operates the fuel
pump unit when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position. Due to
this, fuel pressure is rapidly ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Headlight leveling switch removal/installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
3. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Headlight Leveling Switch Removal Note
1. Insert your hand from the lower side of the dashboard and squeeze the tabs
of the headlight leveling switch.
2. Pu ...