Mazda 6 Service Manual: Torque formulas
- When using a torque wrench-SST
or equivalent combination, the written torque must be recalculated due to the extra length that the SST
or equivalent adds to the torque wrench.
Recalculate the torque using the following formulas. Choose the formula that applies to you.
A : The length of the SST
past the torque wrench drive
L : The length of the torque wrench
Hose clamps
When reinstalling, position the hose clamp in the original location on
the hose and squeeze the clamp lightly with large pliers to ensure a good
fit.
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Vise
When using a vise, put protective plates in the jaws of the vise to
prevent damage to parts.
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Mazda 6 Service Manual: Hold switch removal/installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the console.
3. Disconnect the connector and remove the HOLD switch terminals. (See
SELECTOR LEVER DISASSEMBLY/ASSEMBLY.)
4. Remove the selector lever knob component.
5. Remove the HOLD switch.
6. Install the HOLD switch to selector lever k ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Steering wheel and column inspection
Steering Wheel Play Inspection
With the wheels in the straight-ahead position, gently turn the steering
wheel to the left and right and verify that the play is within the
specification.
If the play exceeds the specification, either the steering joints are
worn or the backlash of the stee ...