4SD
In-vehicle-type
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove in the order indicated in the table.


3. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Rear spoiler type
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the rear spoiler. (See REAR SPOILER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION)
3. Remove in the order indicated in the table.


4. Install in the reverse order of removal.
High-mount brake light removal note
Tie a string to the end of the connector of the high-mount brake light beforehand so that the connector can be passed easily through the rear spoiler during installation.

5HB
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the liftgate lower trim. (See LIFTGATE LOWER TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION)
3. Remove in the order indicated in the table.


4. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Inboard combination light removal/installation
License plate light removal/installationMazda 6 Service Manual: Front lower arm (rear) inspection
1. Remove the lower arm (rear) 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 specif ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Crankshaft position (ckp) sensor inspection
Note
Perform the following inspection only when directed.
Resistance Inspection
1. Disconnect the CKP sensor connector.
2. Measure the resistance between CKP sensor terminals A and B using an
ohmmeter.
If not as specified, replace the CKP sensor.
If CKP sensor resistance is okay, bu ...