Mazda 6 Service Manual: Magnetic clutch adjustment
1. Measure the clearance around the entire circumference between the pressure plate and A/C compressor pulley using a thickness gauge.
2. Verify that the clearance is within the specification.
- If not within the specification, remove the pressure plate and adjust the clearance by changing the shim (0.2 mm {0.008 in}, 0.5 mm {0.02 in}) or the number of shims.
Clearance
0.3-0.5 mm {0.012-0.019 in}
Magnetic clutch disassembly/assembly
1. Disassemble in the order indicated in the table.
2. Assemble in the reverse order of disassembly.
3. Adjust the magnetic clutch clearance. (See MAGNETIC CLUTCH ADJUSTMENT.)
Bolt Removal/Inst ...
Magnetic clutch inspection
1. Connect battery positive voltage to terminal A of magnetic clutch and
ground to A/C compressor body.
2. Verify that the magnetic clutch operates.
If not as specified, replace the stator an ...
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Mazda 6 Service Manual: Power steering fluid inspection
Fluid Level Inspection
1. Inspect the power steering fluid level.
Add fluid to the specified level as necessary.
Fluid specification
ATF M-III or equivalent (e.g. Dexron®II)
Fluid Leakage Inspection
1. Start the engine and let it idle.
2. Turn the steering wheel fully to the left and ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Active Adaptive Shift (AAS)
Active Adaptive Shift (AAS) automatically controls the transaxle shift points
to best suit the road conditions and driver input. This improves driving feel. The
transaxle may switch to AAS mode when driving up and down slopes, cornering, driving
at high elevations, or depressing the accelerato ...