1. Remove the stabilizer control link from the vehicle.
2. Inspect for bending and damage.
3. Measure the ball joint starting torque.
(1) Rock the ball joint stud side to side 10 times.
(2) Rotate the ball joint stud 10 times.
(3) Measure the starting torque using a suitable allen socket and a torque wrench.
Starting torque
0.23-0.47 N·m
{2.4-4.7 kgf·cm, 2.1-4.1 in·lbf}
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Rear window glass installation
Caution
To prevent the sealant from cracking or the glass from being
pushed out by air pressure if a door is closed, open all of the windows and
leave them open until the sealant has hardened.
1. Cut away the old sealant using a razor so that 1-2 mm {0.04-0.07 in}
thickness of sealant ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Transaxle Ranges
The shift position indicator light in the instrument cluster illuminates.
The selector lever must be in P or N to operate the starter.
P (Park)
P locks the transaxle and prevents the front wheels from rotating.
WARNING
Always set the selector lever to P and set the parking brake:
Only s ...