Caution
1. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
2. Install in the reverse order of removal.
3. Inspect the rear wheel alignment. (See REAR WHEEL ALIGNMENT.)
Bolt (Rear Shock Absorber Lower Side) Removal Note
Support the trailing link with a jack.
Bolt (Rear Upper Arm) Removal Note
Loosen the bolts on the inner and outer side of the lateral link.
Rear Upper Arm Bushing Removal Note
Press the upper arm bushing out using the SSTs
.
Rear Upper Arm Bushing Installation Note
1. Mark the new bushing as shown in the figure.
2. Press the bushing in to the marking using the SSTs
.
3. Verify that clearance distance A-B is 14.0 mm - 16.0 mm {0.56 in-0.62 in}.
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: Inside Trunk Release Lever (Some models)
Your vehicle is equipped with an inside trunk release lever that provides a means
of escape for children and adults in the event they become locked inside the trunk.
No matter how careful adults might be with keys and locking their cars, parents
should be aware that children may be tempted to p ...