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.
(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
Front shock absorber disposalMazda 6 Service Manual: Center roof antenna removal/installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the headliner. (See HEADLINER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
3. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
4. Install in the reverse order of removal.
5. After installation, verify that the rubber of the center roof antenna is
installed to the r ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Shroud panel removal/installation
1. Remove the bonnet. (See BONNET REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
2. Remove the front bumper. (See FRONT BUMPER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
3. Remove the front combination light. (See FRONT COMBINATION LIGHT
REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
4. Remove the front bumper reinforcement. (See BUMPER REINFORCEMENT
REMOVAL/ ...