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
Trailing link removal/installationMazda 6 Service Manual: Main fuse removal/installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the main fuse block cover.
3. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
4. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Bolt Removal Note
1. Press and remove the tabs on the main fuse block at the positions
indicated by the arrows.
2. L ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Noise filter inspection
Brake Light Noise Filter
1. Inspect for resistance and continuity between the noise filter terminals
using an ohmmeter.
If not as specified, replace the noise filter.
Rear Window Defroster Noise Filter
Inspect for resistance and continuity between the noise filter terminals
using an ...