Caution
1. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
2. Install in the reverse order of removal.
3. Inspect the front wheel alignment. (See FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT.)
Front Upper Arm Ball Joint Removal Note
1. Support the knuckle using the jack.
2. Separate the ball joint from the knuckle using the SST.
Bolt (Front Upper Arm) Removal Note
1. Remove the nuts (3 locations) from the upper part of the front shock absorber.
2. Pull the front shock absorber and coil spring out of the way, towards the outer side of the vehicle.
3. Remove the bolts.
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.
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Engine Start Function When Key Battery is Dead
CAUTION
When starting the engine by holding the transmitter over the push button start
due to a dead key battery or a malfunctioning key, be careful not to allow the following,
otherwise the signal from the key will not be received correctly and the engine
may not start.
Metal parts of ot ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Tire Pressure Monitoring System Initialization
In the following cases, system initialization must be performed so that the system
operates normally.
A tire pressure is adjusted.
Tire rotation is performed.
A tire or wheel is replaced.
The battery is replaced or completely drained.
The tire pressure monitoring system warning light i ...