Mazda 6 Service Manual: Front shock absorber inspection
1. Remove the front shock absorber from the vehicle.
2. Inspect for damage and oil leakage.
3. Inspect the rubber bushing for deterioration and wear.
4. Compress and extend the shock piston at least three times. Verify that the operational force does not change and that there is no unusual noise.
- If not as specified, replace the shock absorber.
(1) Compress the shock absorber piston and release it.
(2) Verify that the piston extends fully at a normal speed.
Front shock absorber and spring removal/installation
Caution
Performing the following procedures without first removing the ABS
wheel-speed sensor may possibly cause an open circuit in the harness if it
is pulled by mistake. Before performing ...
Front shock absorber disposal
Warning
Whenever drilling into a shock absorber, wear protective eye wear.
The gas in the shock absorber is pressurized, and could spray metal chips
into the eyes and face when drilling.
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Mazda 6 Service Manual: Flasher unit inspection
1. Connect the connector to the flasher unit.
2. Connect the negative battery cable.
3. Measure the voltage at the flasher unit using voltmeter.
When inspecting terminal F for continuity, disconnect the flasher unit connector.
4. If the value are not as specified in the Terminal Voltag ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Service warnings
Component Disassembly
Disassembling and reassembling the components of the air bag system
can render the system inoperative, which may result in serious injury or
death in the event of an accident. Do not disassemble any air bag system
components.
Wiring Harness Repair
Incorrec ...