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}
Rear stabilizer removal/installation
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Push Button Start Positions
The system operates only when the key is within operational range.
Each time the push button start is pressed, the ignition switches in the order
of off, ACC, and ON. Pressing the push button start again from ON switches the ignition
off.
NOTE
The engine star ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Climate control unit wire adjustment
Air Mix Wire
1. Set the temperature control dial at max cold.
2. Set the air mix link to max cold in the direction shown by the arrow and
insert a screwdriver at the set hole.
3. Connect the air mix wire to air mix link.
4. Clamp the air mix wire to wire clamp.
5. Verify that the temperatur ...