Mazda 6 Service Manual: Steering gear and linkage removal/installation
Caution
- Performing the following procedures without first removing the ABS wheel-speed sensor may possibly cause an open circuit in the harness if it is pulled by mistake. Before performing the following procedures, remove the ABS wheel-speed sensor (axle side) and fix it to an appropriate place where the sensor will not be pulled by mistake while servicing the vehicle.
1. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
2. Install in the reverse order of removal.
3. After installation, inspect the toe-in. (See FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT.)
Bolt (Intermediate Shaft) Removal Note
Mark the pinion shaft and gear housing for proper installation.
Tie-rod End Ball Joint Removal Note
1. Remove the tie rod-nut.
2. Separate the tie-rod end from the steering knuckle using the SSTs
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Steering Gear and Linkage Removal Note
L.H.D.
Caution
- Excessively loosening the crossmember nuts may possibly cause the crossmember to fall off. The crossmember nuts must remain threaded on the studs when loosening.
1. Support the crossmember using jack before removing the crossmember bracket.
2. Loosen the jack and lower the crossmember.
3. Remove the steering gear and linkage by pulling it from the left side.
R.H.D.
Remove the steering gear and linkage by pulling it from the right side.
Steering Gear and Linkage Installation Note
1. Loosely tighten bolts.
2. Tighten the mounting bracket bolts to the specified torque in the order shown.
Tightening torque 74.4-104.8 N·m {7.6-10.6 kgf·m, 55-77 ft·lbf}
3. Tighten the crossmember installation nuts. (L.H.D.)
Tightening torque Nut: 119.6-154.8 N·m {12.2-15.7 kgf·m, 89-114 ft·lbf} Bolt: 93.1-131.3 N·m {9.5-13.3 kgf·m, 69-96 ft·lbf}
Bolt (Intermediate Shaft) Installation Note
Align the marks and install the intermediate shaft and bolt.
Steering shaft inspection
1. Inspect the following.
(1) Column bearing for damage
(2) Steering shaft length
Replace the steering shaft component as necessary.
Length
211.6 mm {8.3 in}
2. Inspect the til ...
Steering gear and linkage disassembly
Caution
Place copper plates, rag, or similar material in a vise, when
securing the mounting bracket portion of the steering gear.
Disassemble in the order indicated in the table.
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Mazda 6 Service Manual: Diagnostic assist function
Structural View
Switch location
LCD Inspection
1. With audio on, first press the POWER button, then simultaneously press the
SEEK button (upper) for approximately 1 second.
2. Inspect the LCD according to the following table:
3. Turn the audio off or the ignition switch to the LOCK posi ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Cooling (With air conditioner)
1. Set the mode selector dial to the
position.
2. Set the temperature control dial to the cold position.
3. Set the fan control dial to the desired speed.
4. Turn on the air conditioner by pressing the A/C switch.
5. After cooling begins, adjust the fan control dial and temperature control
d ...