1. Remove the upper arm 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
1.5 N·m {15.0 kgf·cm, 13.2 in·lbf} max.
Front upper arm removal/installation
Front lower arm (front) removal/installationMazda 6 Service Manual: Dtc c1148, c1158, c1168, c1178, c1233, c1234, c1235, c1236
Caution
When attaching the tester lead to the ABS (ABS/TCS) HU/CM harness
connector, the SST (49 G066 001) must be used. (See ABS (ABS/TCS) HU/CM
INSPECTION.)
Diagnostic procedure
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Mazda 6 Service Manual: General procedures
Wheels and Tires Removal/Installation
The removal and installation procedures for the wheels and tires are not
mentioned in this section. When a wheel is removed, tighten it to 88-118 N·m
{9.0-12.0 kgf·m, 65.0-87.0 ft·lbf}.
Power Steering Components Removal/Installation
If any power steeri ...